In 2 social media posts, Khemka called ED's probe 'shoddy', and hinted at political patronage and a “sweetheart deal” that allegedly benefited influential figures.
FIR was lodged by IAS officer Sanjeev Verma in April 2022 against Ashok Khemka when they were locked in tussle. Similar outcome is anticipated for the FIR against Verma.
Khemka, who spoke up against corruption, was shuffled through so many postings during his career that he averaged one transfer every 7 months. His career has been marked by controversies.
Last week, chief minister had replaced his predecessor ML Khattar’s picks with his own choices in CMO. Senior civil servant Ashok Khemka comes to Anil Vij’s transport department.
After Ashok Khemka questions govt’s intentions in Vadra-DLF land deal case, Sanjeev Verma writes to chief secretary, alleges that post amounts to violation of poll code, promotes enmity.
The apex court underlines the specialised expertise required for assessing IAS officers, nullifying the intervention of the Punjab and Haryana High Court.
IAS officer Sanjeev Verma demands CBI probe after Prevention of Corruption Act slapped against him in case lodged by Ashok Khemka. Counter FIRs were lodged last year.
Khemka's transfer came on heels of his letter to govt saying he didn't have enough work after merger of science & technology and higher education departments.
The officers ThePrint spoke to distinguish between punishment and garage postings. Many fear the humiliation of being parked in a less functional department.
Battle between IAS officers Ashok Khemka and Sanjeev Verma centres on the former’s stint as Managing Director of Haryana State Warehousing Corporation over a decade ago.
China flaunted military might & modernisation as it displayed stealth drones, anti-satellite system & cyber warfare contingent during parade to mark victory over Japan in WWII.
From Munir’s point of view, a few bumps here and there is par for the course. He isn’t going to drive his dumper truck to its doom. He wants to use it as a weapon.
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