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Karnataka High Court to appoint new SIT chief for KPSC probe on Monday
✍️ The Hindu
🗓 31 Oct 2026, 06:22 PM
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The Karnataka High Court will name a new head for the Special Investigation Team tasked with probing alleged irregularities in the Karnataka Public Service Commission on Monday.
The Karnataka High Court announced that it will nominate a fresh chief for the Special Investigation Team (SIT) that is examining alleged irregularities in the Karnataka Public Service Commission (KPSC). The appointment is scheduled for Monday, as the court seeks to ensure an impartial and thorough inquiry.
The SIT was originally constituted to investigate complaints of procedural lapses and possible favoritism in KPSC's recruitment processes. Recent developments have prompted the court to consider a change in leadership to reinforce confidence in the probe's independence.
Legal experts note that the court's intervention underscores the seriousness of the allegations and the need for transparent oversight. The new head will be expected to review existing findings, direct further evidence collection, and submit a comprehensive report to the bench.
Stakeholders, including KPSC officials and aspirants awaiting results, are watching the development closely, hoping the fresh leadership will expedite the investigation and restore public trust in the state's recruitment system.
The High Court has not disclosed the identity of the nominee yet, but sources suggest that a senior judicial officer with prior experience in administrative inquiries may be chosen.
The SIT was originally constituted to investigate complaints of procedural lapses and possible favoritism in KPSC's recruitment processes. Recent developments have prompted the court to consider a change in leadership to reinforce confidence in the probe's independence.
Legal experts note that the court's intervention underscores the seriousness of the allegations and the need for transparent oversight. The new head will be expected to review existing findings, direct further evidence collection, and submit a comprehensive report to the bench.
Stakeholders, including KPSC officials and aspirants awaiting results, are watching the development closely, hoping the fresh leadership will expedite the investigation and restore public trust in the state's recruitment system.
The High Court has not disclosed the identity of the nominee yet, but sources suggest that a senior judicial officer with prior experience in administrative inquiries may be chosen.