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IAS Aniruddha Mukherjee Accused of Holding MPPCB Chairmanship Illegally for Five Months, FIR Sought
✍️ Amar Ujala · Bhopal
🗓 04 Nov 2026, 09:45 AM
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An IAS officer, Aniruddha Mukherjee, faces allegations of illegally remaining the chairman of the Madhya Pradesh Pollution Control Board for five months, prompting calls for a First Information Report.
The Madhya Pradesh Pollution Control Board (MPPCB) has become the focus of a fresh controversy after allegations surfaced that IAS officer Aniruddha Mukherjee continued to serve as its chairman beyond the legally permissible period. Sources claim that Mukherjee remained in the post for five months without proper authorization, prompting senior officials to demand a First Information Report (FIR) against him.
Legal experts note that the tenure of a board chairman is governed by specific statutory provisions, and any extension beyond the stipulated term must be formally approved. The alleged overstay, if proven, could constitute a violation of administrative rules and may attract penal action.
The demand for an FIR reflects the seriousness with which the matter is being treated by the state's administrative machinery. Investigations are expected to examine appointment records, correspondence, and any procedural lapses that might have allowed the alleged illegal continuation.
While the MPPCB has not issued an official statement yet, the issue underscores growing scrutiny over appointments in key environmental regulatory bodies in the state. The outcome of the inquiry could set a precedent for future compliance with statutory appointment norms.
The case remains under observation, and further developments will be reported as they emerge.
Legal experts note that the tenure of a board chairman is governed by specific statutory provisions, and any extension beyond the stipulated term must be formally approved. The alleged overstay, if proven, could constitute a violation of administrative rules and may attract penal action.
The demand for an FIR reflects the seriousness with which the matter is being treated by the state's administrative machinery. Investigations are expected to examine appointment records, correspondence, and any procedural lapses that might have allowed the alleged illegal continuation.
While the MPPCB has not issued an official statement yet, the issue underscores growing scrutiny over appointments in key environmental regulatory bodies in the state. The outcome of the inquiry could set a precedent for future compliance with statutory appointment norms.
The case remains under observation, and further developments will be reported as they emerge.