The Karnataka Cabinet has reiterated its recommendation for penal action and suspension against Shivashankarappa Sahukar, the Chairman of the Karnataka Public Service Commission (KPSC). This move, made during a cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar on Friday, August 22, 2026, follows a series of developments surrounding allegations of corruption and irregularities within the commission. Sahukar had previously been suspended by Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot due to accusations that he used a fake income certificate to secure a government job for his daughter. However, this suspension was later stayed by the Karnataka High Court, which ordered his reinstatement, citing technical and procedural lapses in the initial suspension order.
The cabinet's renewed recommendation for action against Sahukar comes just days after the Enforcement Directorate (ED) conducted searches at multiple locations linked to him, including his residence and office, in connection with the ongoing allegations. This decision underscores the state government's commitment to ensuring transparency and accountability in public administration, particularly within a crucial body like the KPSC, which is responsible for recruiting civil servants in the state. The ongoing legal and political battle highlights the complexities involved in addressing alleged corruption at high levels and the judiciary's role in upholding due process.
