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Karnataka Health Officer Suspended Over Daughter’s Rs 70,000 Salary Posting
✍️ India Today
🗓 19 Sep 2026, 05:16 AM
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A senior health officer in Karnataka has been suspended after allegations that his daughter was given a salaried posting worth Rs 70,000 while she was still studying.
The Karnataka state health department has taken the decision to suspend a senior health officer following a complaint that his daughter received a salaried posting worth Rs 70,000 while she was still pursuing her studies. The allegation, reported by India Today, suggests a breach of recruitment norms and possible nepotism within the department.
According to the department’s internal inquiry, the posting was granted without the usual competitive selection process, raising concerns about the fairness of appointments in government health services. The officer, whose name has not been disclosed, was placed on suspension pending a detailed investigation.
The health department has announced that it will review all similar appointments to ensure compliance with established rules. Officials emphasized that any violation of recruitment guidelines will be dealt with strictly to maintain public trust in the health system.
The case adds to a series of recent scrutiny of government appointments across Indian states, where allegations of favoritism have prompted administrative actions. The outcome of the investigation will determine whether further disciplinary measures, including possible dismissal, will be taken against the officer.
According to the department’s internal inquiry, the posting was granted without the usual competitive selection process, raising concerns about the fairness of appointments in government health services. The officer, whose name has not been disclosed, was placed on suspension pending a detailed investigation.
The health department has announced that it will review all similar appointments to ensure compliance with established rules. Officials emphasized that any violation of recruitment guidelines will be dealt with strictly to maintain public trust in the health system.
The case adds to a series of recent scrutiny of government appointments across Indian states, where allegations of favoritism have prompted administrative actions. The outcome of the investigation will determine whether further disciplinary measures, including possible dismissal, will be taken against the officer.