Khedkar is accused of submitting fake certificates. Published: July 12, 2024 5:03 PM IST By Edited by Things are getting more difficult for the controversial probationary 2023-batch IAS officer Puja Khedkar as the central government on Friday suggested starting an investigation against her. Puja Khedkar, a 2023-batch IAS officer, has been in the spotlight for alleged misuse of power and false claims during her UPSC candidature.
She has been accused of using a red beacon light on her private Audi and demanding privileges such as a separate house and car, which are not typically provided to junior officers. Additionally, there are questions about her eligibility for the OBC category and claims of disability, which have further fueled the controversy. Khedkar is accused of submitting fake disability and Other Backward Class (OBC) certificates to clear the civil services exam.
She refused to undergo mandatory medical tests to confirm the medical conditions as cited by her. Additional Secretary in the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT), Manoj Dwivedi, has initiated an investigation, which is expected to be completed in two weeks. She may be dismissed if found guilty and could also face criminal action if the allegations of hiding facts and misrepresentation are proven true.
On Thursday, the Centre constituted a single-member committee to verify the candidature of the 2023-batch IAS officer from the Maharashtra cadre. In a statement, the Centre announced that an additional.