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Crime
Karnataka High Court Censures State for Delaying KPSC Scam SIT Formation
✍️ India Today
🗓 29 Oct 2026, 04:27 AM
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The Karnataka High Court reprimanded the state government for postponing the creation of a Special Investigation Team to probe the KPSC recruitment scam, urging immediate action.
The Karnataka High Court on Monday expressed strong displeasure with the state government for its prolonged inaction in constituting a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to investigate alleged irregularities in the Karnataka Public Service Commission (KPSC) recruitment process. The court noted that the delay undermines public confidence in the integrity of the state's civil service examinations.
During the hearing, the bench highlighted that the KPSC scam, which involves accusations of manipulation in selection procedures, warrants a swift and independent probe. It directed the state to appoint the SIT without further postponement and to submit a detailed progress report within a stipulated timeframe.
Legal experts observed that the court's admonition reflects growing judicial scrutiny over administrative lapses in handling corruption allegations. The state government has yet to disclose a concrete timeline for the SIT's formation, but the High Court's order is expected to accelerate the process.
The development adds pressure on the Karnataka administration, which has faced criticism from opposition parties and civil society groups for perceived inertia in addressing the scandal. The court's directive aims to ensure transparency and accountability in the recruitment system.
Stakeholders, including aspirants who appeared for the KPSC exams, await the formation of the SIT, hoping it will uncover any malpractice and restore faith in the state's merit‑based selection mechanisms.
During the hearing, the bench highlighted that the KPSC scam, which involves accusations of manipulation in selection procedures, warrants a swift and independent probe. It directed the state to appoint the SIT without further postponement and to submit a detailed progress report within a stipulated timeframe.
Legal experts observed that the court's admonition reflects growing judicial scrutiny over administrative lapses in handling corruption allegations. The state government has yet to disclose a concrete timeline for the SIT's formation, but the High Court's order is expected to accelerate the process.
The development adds pressure on the Karnataka administration, which has faced criticism from opposition parties and civil society groups for perceived inertia in addressing the scandal. The court's directive aims to ensure transparency and accountability in the recruitment system.
Stakeholders, including aspirants who appeared for the KPSC exams, await the formation of the SIT, hoping it will uncover any malpractice and restore faith in the state's merit‑based selection mechanisms.