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Himachal CM Sukhu Vows to Remove Corrupt Officers from Key Posts

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu has declared that officers with doubtful integrity will be removed from important government positions, emphasizing direct action over assurances. He made this statement in the Legislative Assembly while responding to a question from BJP MLA Satpal Satti. The announcement came on the first day of the resumed Budget Session, where the Chief Minister was accorded a ceremonial welcome. The session, running until April 2, will see the presentation of the state budget and the discussion of hundreds of questions.

Key Points: Himachal CM Sukhu: Officers with Doubtful Integrity to be Removed

  • Zero-tolerance stance on corruption
  • Direct removal of corrupt officers
  • Action against "Officers of Doubtful Integrity"
  • Budget session with 834 questions listed
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Officials with doubtful Integrity to be removed from key posts: Himachal Chief Minister Sukhu

Himachal Pradesh CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu announces direct action against corrupt officials, declaring zero-tolerance during the state's Budget Session.

"I will not merely give assurances in the House. Officers found involved in corruption are being directly removed. - Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu"

Shimla, March 18

Chief Minister of Himachal Pradesh, Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu, on Wednesday, asserted that officers with doubtful integrity will be removed from important government positions, stressing that his government will take direct action instead of offering assurances.

Responding to a question raised during the Question Hour by Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MLA Satpal Satti, the Chief Minister said the state government has already initiated action against officials categorised under "Officers of Doubtful Integrity" (ODI).

"I will not merely give assurances in the House. Officers found involved in corruption are being directly removed," Sukhu said, underlining the government's zero-tolerance stance against corruption.

On the same day, the Chief Minister arrived at the Legislative Assembly for the first day of the resumed Budget Session, where he was accorded a warm welcome. Parliamentary Affairs Minister Harshvardhan Chauhan, Deputy Chief Whip Kewal Singh Pathania and MLA Malender Rajan greeted him with bouquets. He was also given a ceremonial guard of honour upon his arrival.

The Chief Minister's remarks come amid ongoing political exchanges in the Assembly, with the issue of governance and accountability expected to remain a key focus during the Budget Session.

Earlier on Tuesday, Himachal Assembly speaker, Kuldeep Singh Pathania, said that the second phase of the Himachal Pradesh Assembly's Budget Session, held from March 18 to April 2, with 13 sittings scheduled and as many as 834 questions listed for discussion in the House, the Speaker said on Tuesday.

Addressing mediapersons, Pathania said the Chief Minister will present his fourth budget on March 21 for the financial year 2026-27. The session will begin with the Motion of Thanks on the Governor's Address from March 18 to 20, followed by the Chief Minister's reply on March 20.

Discussions on the budget estimates will take place from March 23 to 25, while deliberations on demands for grants and cut motions are scheduled from March 27 to 30. The budget is expected to be passed on March 30.

The Speaker informed us that a total of 834 questions will be taken up during the session, including 665 starred and 169 unstarred questions. Additionally, issues raised under various rules, 8 under Rule 62, 3 under Rule 102, and 5 under Rule 130 will also be discussed in the House.

- ANI

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Priya S
Good step, but the proof will be in the pudding. We hear such strong statements before every budget session. Let's see the actual list of officers removed and the charges against them. Transparency is key.
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Rohit P
As someone from Himachal, I welcome this. The common man faces so much hassle dealing with corrupt babus for even basic work. If this cleans up the administration, it will be a huge relief. 👍
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Anjali F
The focus should also be on the process. "Doubtful integrity" is a subjective term. There must be a fair and impartial inquiry mechanism to avoid settling political scores or victimizing honest officers.
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Michael C
Interesting to see this announced just before the budget. Sets the tone for governance reforms. Hope the budget allocates funds for better systems to prevent corruption, not just punish it.
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Kavya N
Action against corruption is always welcome. But what about the political masters? Often, officers act under pressure. The clean-up needs to be holistic, from top to bottom. Jai Hind!

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