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Time of India
7 days ago
- Time of India
Haveri DGP office staff allegedly involved in PSI recruitment scam
Haveri: The 2021 state police sub-inspector recruitment scandal, allegedly involving politicians, govt officials, and certain educational institutions saw a new twist on Monday with a complaint filed in Haveri against a first division assistant (FDA) working at the office of the director general of police (DGP) and an associate of the FDA. The accused reportedly approached candidates, seeking bribes before the recruitment notification for 545 PSI posts was issued. The accused have been identified as Sudeer Kumar T C, who allegedly received Rs 25 lakh from a PSI candidate in Haveri, and his associate Sunilkumar from Badami, Bagalkot district. Police have registered an FIR based on a complaint by Dundibasappa Langoti, a Haveri city resident. According to Langoti, Sudeer and Sunilkumar had claimed they were connected to senior police officers and politicians, promising to secure a PSI post for Dundibasappa's brother Siddesh. They demanded Rs 25 lakh, of which, Rs 10 lakh was transferred to Sunilkumar's bank account. "After that, the accused were paid Rs 15 lakh in cash. This happened between March 15, 2020, and March 5, 2025, but my brother never got selected," Dundibasappa said in his complaint. The complainant further said when his brother demanded a refund, a cheque was issued to him by the two accused, which bounced due to insufficient funds. "Both Sunilkumar and Sudeer have cheated us," Dundibasappa claimed. "We have registered an FIR against the accused on May 30, and investigation is still on. We will file a chargesheet once the probe is completed," said police officer S R Ganachari from CEN police station, Haveri. The scandal involved 545 PSI positions, for which, numerous candidates clocked high scores at a particular examination centre in Kalaburgi, allegedly aided by Bluetooth devices connected to external sources. Subsequently, the govt cancelled and re-conducted the exam. Currently, all 545 selected candidates have assumed their duties. Haveri: The 2021 state police sub-inspector recruitment scandal, allegedly involving politicians, govt officials, and certain educational institutions saw a new twist on Monday with a complaint filed in Haveri against a first division assistant (FDA) working at the office of the director general of police (DGP) and an associate of the FDA. The accused reportedly approached candidates, seeking bribes before the recruitment notification for 545 PSI posts was issued. The accused have been identified as Sudeer Kumar T C, who allegedly received Rs 25 lakh from a PSI candidate in Haveri, and his associate Sunilkumar from Badami, Bagalkot district. Police have registered an FIR based on a complaint by Dundibasappa Langoti, a Haveri city resident. According to Langoti, Sudeer and Sunilkumar had claimed they were connected to senior police officers and politicians, promising to secure a PSI post for Dundibasappa's brother Siddesh. They demanded Rs 25 lakh, of which, Rs 10 lakh was transferred to Sunilkumar's bank account. "After that, the accused were paid Rs 15 lakh in cash. This happened between March 15, 2020, and March 5, 2025, but my brother never got selected," Dundibasappa said in his complaint. The complainant further said when his brother demanded a refund, a cheque was issued to him by the two accused, which bounced due to insufficient funds. "Both Sunilkumar and Sudeer have cheated us," Dundibasappa claimed. "We have registered an FIR against the accused on May 30, and investigation is still on. We will file a chargesheet once the probe is completed," said police officer S R Ganachari from CEN police station, Haveri. The scandal involved 545 PSI positions, for which, numerous candidates clocked high scores at a particular examination centre in Kalaburgi, allegedly aided by Bluetooth devices connected to external sources. Subsequently, the govt cancelled and re-conducted the exam. Currently, all 545 selected candidates have assumed their duties.
New Indian Express
28-05-2025
- General
- New Indian Express
Landslide fear grips Pullampara
THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: Residents of Pullampara panchayat in Venjaramoodu are increasingly anxious as the monsoon gains strength, with the Neenu Crusher Industry quarry still operational despite its permit expiring on Monday. Locals allege that panchayat secretary P Sunilkumar extended the quarry's permit for another year without the governing committee's approval. Approximately 50 houses in the area sit on a vulnerable slope, and cracks have already developed in at least 15 of them. Last year, a late-night landslip originating from behind the quarry destroyed two homes. Fortunately, seven people, including four children, were rescued just in time. Panchayat president P V Rajesh criticised the actions of Sunilkumar, claiming the decision lacked transparency and bypassed democratic processes. 'While he has the authority to issue a licence, he should have consulted the governing committee, given the genuine concerns of the community. We have collectively decided to take legal action,' Rajesh said. Sunilkumar, who is retiring from service on May 31, has reportedly gone on leave since the controversy arose. Residents have lodged complaints with both the chief minister's and the industries minister's offices. According to an interim Kerala High Court order, the quarry's permit was valid only until May 26, 2025. Locals accuse the quarry management of relying on a 2018 Environmental Clearance that contained false claims about the distance between the quarry and their homes to gain approval for an extension. Residents from Pullampara, Mamoodu, and Mukkodil report that the blasts from the quarry shake their homes, causing significant damage. Many are living in cracked houses, dreading the upcoming rains. In March 2025, State Environmental Impact Assessment Authority (SEIAA) rejected the quarry's application, citing illegal operations and outstanding fines. The Department of Geology confirmed the presence of cracks in several homes but indicated that a vibration test was necessary to determine if blasting caused the damage.
