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Karnataka Government to Appeal High Court Order for New Probe into Veterinary Officer Exam Leak
✍️ Hindustan Times
🗓 25 Sep 2026, 06:16 AM
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The Karnataka state administration announced it will contest the High Court's directive for a fresh investigation into the alleged leak of the veterinary officer recruitment exam paper.
The Karnataka government has said it will file an appeal against the Karnataka High Court's order that mandates a fresh probe into the alleged leakage of the veterinary officer recruitment examination paper. Officials described the court's directive as premature, arguing that the existing inquiry is already underway and that a new investigation could delay the appointment process for the vacant posts.
The recruitment drive, which aims to fill dozens of veterinary officer positions across the state, was put on hold after allegations surfaced that the question paper had been compromised before the exam. The High Court, responding to a petition by affected candidates, ordered a fresh investigation to ensure transparency and fairness.
Karnataka's Department of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Services said it will comply with procedural requirements while pursuing the appeal, emphasizing its commitment to a merit‑based selection. The matter is expected to be heard in the coming weeks, and the government has warned that any further delays could impact the state's animal health services.
Stakeholders, including aspirants and senior officials, are awaiting the outcome, as the recruitment is critical for maintaining veterinary services in rural and urban areas of Karnataka.
The recruitment drive, which aims to fill dozens of veterinary officer positions across the state, was put on hold after allegations surfaced that the question paper had been compromised before the exam. The High Court, responding to a petition by affected candidates, ordered a fresh investigation to ensure transparency and fairness.
Karnataka's Department of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Services said it will comply with procedural requirements while pursuing the appeal, emphasizing its commitment to a merit‑based selection. The matter is expected to be heard in the coming weeks, and the government has warned that any further delays could impact the state's animal health services.
Stakeholders, including aspirants and senior officials, are awaiting the outcome, as the recruitment is critical for maintaining veterinary services in rural and urban areas of Karnataka.