Controversy Surrounds Sanjay Gupta's Appointment as Chief Secretary

Sanjay Gupta's appointment as Himachal Pradesh Chief Secretary faces backlash due to alleged corruption accusations linked to the Chester Hill real estate project. Despite the controversy, Gupta has been promoted days before his retirement, raising questions about the state's governance and anti-corruption stance.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Shimla | Updated: 26-05-2026 18:44 IST | Created: 26-05-2026 18:44 IST
Controversy Surrounds Sanjay Gupta's Appointment as Chief Secretary
Himachal Pradesh chief secretary Sanjay Gupta (Photo/ANI)
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Sanjay Gupta, a 1988-batch IAS officer, has been appointed as Himachal Pradesh's chief secretary. His appointment has sparked controversy due to existing corruption allegations.

The CPI(M) and others demand investigations into Gupta's past dealings, particularly regarding the Chester Hill project. Officials and the opposition voice concerns about governance integrity.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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