The Army has plans for a technology thrust in the near term, including the use of AI to support decision-making. While well-intentioned, this may have unintended consequences.
Shri Rakesh Asthana is now facing a criminal probe, whereas Shri Alok Verma is facing an enquiry. At least one important case, that of Moin Qureshi, is common to both. The CVC’s probe is being overseen by Justice Patnaik and his findings will be placed before the apex court. In the interests of natural justice and transparency, the allegations against Shri Asthana should also be looked into by the CVC, overseen by Justice Patnaik. That level of impartiality is required to deal with a matter that has become very murky, is hurting the agency itself. In Shri Asthana’s case, the tight deadline of two weeks is not attracted; the process could take another two or three weeks.
Shri Rakesh Asthana is now facing a criminal probe, whereas Shri Alok Verma is facing an enquiry. At least one important case, that of Moin Qureshi, is common to both. The CVC’s probe is being overseen by Justice Patnaik and his findings will be placed before the apex court. In the interests of natural justice and transparency, the allegations against Shri Asthana should also be looked into by the CVC, overseen by Justice Patnaik. That level of impartiality is required to deal with a matter that has become very murky, is hurting the agency itself. In Shri Asthana’s case, the tight deadline of two weeks is not attracted; the process could take another two or three weeks.