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Udupi Officials Face Suo Motu Cases for Negligence
8 Apr
Summary
- 17 suo motu cases filed against officials for negligence and information failure.
- Inspections revealed lapses in education, health, and environmental departments.
- Officials booked for issues ranging from drug peddling inaction to untreated sewage.
Karnataka Upa Lokayukta Justice B Veerappa initiated 17 suo motu cases against government officials in Udupi during inspections on February 26 and 27. These cases stem from significant negligence and failures in providing requested information and maintaining proper governance.
The education department faced scrutiny for failing to produce records, while the Women and Child Development Department could not account for scheme details or funds. Similarly, the Social Welfare department neglected to provide essential information regarding student facilities.
Further lapses were observed in the Mines and Geology Department, which failed to supply data on quarrying and violations. Authorities were also criticized for the lack of development at Thenkanidiyur lake and inaction against drug peddling by Manipal Police Station officials.
Environmental concerns were highlighted at the Nittur sewage treatment plant, with untreated wastewater polluting local water bodies. Other departments, including Fisheries, RTO, and Urban Development Authority, also faced action for administrative oversights and record deficiencies.
Inspections at Udupi CMC revealed issues in project records, tax collection, and waste management. The district government hospital exhibited poor sanitation and staff non-compliance. The sub-registrar's and tahsildar's offices reported pending files and poor record-keeping, with employees even engaging in unauthorized chit funds.
