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Politics
Karnataka Governor Suspends KPSC Chairman
✍️ Mangalore Today
🗓 13 Jul 2026, 01:02 PM
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Karnataka Governor has suspended KPSC Chairman Shivashankarappa Sahukar over allegations of improper selection of his daughter. The suspension is a significant development in the ongoing controversy surrounding the KPSC
The Karnataka Governor has taken a significant step by suspending the Chairman of the Karnataka Public Service Commission (KPSC), Shivashankarappa Sahukar. The suspension is a result of allegations that Sahukar's daughter was improperly selected for a position. The Governor's decision is expected to have far-reaching implications for the KPSC and the state's bureaucracy. The KPSC is responsible for conducting recruitment exams for various government positions in the state. The controversy surrounding Sahukar's daughter's selection has raised questions about the transparency and fairness of the recruitment process. The suspension of the KPSC Chairman is a clear indication that the Governor is taking the allegations seriously and is committed to ensuring that the recruitment process is fair and transparent.