21 Government Employees Suspended for Election Misconduct in J&K

In Jammu and Kashmir, 21 government employees have been suspended and five casual laborers dismissed for participating in election campaigning. The action aims to ensure transparency during the ongoing assembly elections. Moreover, 20 employees were transferred to other offices, and 51 complaints were closed after inquiries proved no involvement in political activities.

In a crackdown aimed at ensuring transparency in the ongoing assembly elections, 21 government employees in Jammu and Kashmir have been suspended, and five casual laborers dismissed for participating in election campaigning, an official announced on Monday.

The Chief Electoral Officer's office stated the measures were taken following detailed ground inquiries. 'Acting swiftly on the reports, 21 employees found involved in political campaigning have been placed under suspension, while five ad-hoc employees including casual laborers have been disengaged,' the spokesperson said.

Additionally, 20 employees were transferred out of their current offices to prevent them from engaging in any activities that might raise questions about their impartiality. Notices have been issued to 15 employees under investigation, while 51 complaints were closed after proving no involvement in political activities.

(With inputs from agencies.)