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Politics
Karnataka MLA’s niece dismissed from government post over salary without work
✍️ Hindustan Times
🗓 17 Sep 2026, 10:16 AM
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A Karnataka legislator’s niece has been stripped of her government position after authorities found she was receiving a salary despite not performing any duties.
The state government has removed a woman identified as the niece of a Karnataka Member of the Legislative Assembly from her appointed post after it was discovered she was drawing a salary without carrying out any work.
The action follows an internal review that raised concerns about the appointment, which appeared to be based on familial ties rather than merit. Officials said the removal was necessary to uphold the integrity of public service and to address allegations of nepotism.
The episode adds to growing scrutiny of political patronage in state appointments, with watchdogs urging stricter enforcement of recruitment rules. No further disciplinary measures have been announced at this stage.
The action follows an internal review that raised concerns about the appointment, which appeared to be based on familial ties rather than merit. Officials said the removal was necessary to uphold the integrity of public service and to address allegations of nepotism.
The episode adds to growing scrutiny of political patronage in state appointments, with watchdogs urging stricter enforcement of recruitment rules. No further disciplinary measures have been announced at this stage.