Chhattisgarh government asks CBI to probe irregularities in recruitment exam

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) had previously sought a CBI probe alleging irregularities and nepotism in the selection and evaluation processes of the state recruitment body

Published on: Jan 3, 2024, 21:09:50 IST

By Ritesh Mishra

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The Chhattisgarh government on Wednesday said that it has decided to hand over the Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission (CGPSC) recruitment scam probe to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), three days after the state government resorted general consent for the CBI to investigate cases in the state.

The alleged scam took place when ex-CM Bhupesh Baghel-led Congress was in power in the state.

The decision was taken during the cabinet meeting chaired by chief minister Vishnu Deo Sai on Wednesday at Nava Raipur.

“In the interest of youths of the state, the state government has decided to hand over the case of complaints related to irregularities in CGPSC examination-2021 recruitment to the CBI for a detailed investigation,” a press release issued by the Chhattisgarh government stated.

The CGPSC examination 2021 process was completed in three years. The prelim exam was held in 2021, and the main exam in 2022, while the result of the interview was released this year. The CGPSC released a selection list for 170 posts in 12 different state government departments.

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) had previously sought a CBI probe alleging irregularities and nepotism in the selection and evaluation processes of the state recruitment body.

It alleged that the relatives and kin of senior administrative officers, bureaucrats and politicians were selected and demanded a probe.

Following this, a number of candidates moved the court alleging irregularities, blocking the appointments.

Notably, during the assembly campaign in Chhattisgarh, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union home minister Amit Shah promised to act against the irregularities in the recruitment process and said that a probe would be ordered if the BJP came into power in the state.

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Ritesh Mishra
Ritesh Mishra is the State Correspondent for Chhattisgarh with Hindustan Times. He reports on Maoism, internal security, politics, mining, governance, and major developments shaping the state. Based in Raipur, he has covered Chhattisgarh since 2016, reporting extensively from the Bastar region and other conflict-affected areas. With nearly two decades of experience in journalism, Ritesh has built a reputation for ground reporting from some of India's most challenging terrains. His coverage spans Left-Wing Extremism, counter-insurgency operations, elections, tribal affairs, environmental issues, infrastructure, mining, and socio-economic developments. He has reported on major security operations, policy initiatives, wildlife crime, and the changing dynamics of conflict and development in Central India. Before moving to Chhattisgarh, Ritesh spent eight years reporting from Madhya Pradesh, covering politics, administration, crime, development, and social issues. Throughout his career, he has reported on various forms of extremism in Central India, combining field reporting with in-depth analysis to produce accurate, balanced, and impactful journalism. Prior to joining Hindustan Times, Ritesh worked with The Pioneer and The Free Press Journal, where he covered a wide range of beats and honed his skills in political, investigative, and field reporting. His reporting is marked by exclusive stories, extensive fieldwork, and a commitment to factual, on-the-ground journalism that brings complex issues to a wider audience.Read More

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