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Tripura Lokayukta Resigns Amid Criticism Over Actions Against Bureaucrats
✍️ timesofindia.indiatimes.com
🗓 11 Sep 2026, 03:48 AM
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The Lokayukta of Tripura has stepped down following intense backlash over investigations that targeted state bureaucrats.
The anti‑corruption ombudsman of Tripura announced his resignation today after mounting pressure over a series of probes that focused on senior state officials. The Lokayukta, whose tenure had been marked by high‑profile inquiries, said he was stepping down to allow the institution to function without further controversy.
Critics, including several bureaucratic associations, accused the Lokayukta of disproportionately targeting "babus" – a colloquial term for government officers – alleging that the investigations were politically motivated. The backlash intensified after media reports highlighted perceived overreach in recent cases.
The state government has not yet named a replacement, and officials indicated that the vacancy will be filled in accordance with the statutory procedure. Observers note that the resignation may affect ongoing anti‑corruption efforts in the state and could reshape the Lokayukta’s role in overseeing public administration.
Critics, including several bureaucratic associations, accused the Lokayukta of disproportionately targeting "babus" – a colloquial term for government officers – alleging that the investigations were politically motivated. The backlash intensified after media reports highlighted perceived overreach in recent cases.
The state government has not yet named a replacement, and officials indicated that the vacancy will be filled in accordance with the statutory procedure. Observers note that the resignation may affect ongoing anti‑corruption efforts in the state and could reshape the Lokayukta’s role in overseeing public administration.