Karnataka IAS Officers Demand Action Against BJP MLC for Defamatory Remarks

The IAS Officers' Association in Karnataka has expressed strong condemnation of BJP MLC N Ravikumar's remarks against State Chief Secretary Shalini Rajneesh. The association urged the state government to uphold institutional dignity and take immediate action.

Ravikumar's comments, described as vulgar and defamatory, are seen as a direct affront to the dignity of the Chief Secretary's office and the broader civil service. The association highlighted a pattern of targeting public officers, noting previous instances involving the Deputy Commissioner of Kalaburagi.

The association called for a public apology from Ravikumar, legal action, and a formal censure in the Legislative Council. They emphasize the importance of allowing civil servants to perform their duties without political intimidation, urging the government to act promptly.

(With inputs from agencies.)