KPSC scandals persist as systemic reform promises fall short

Karnataka Public Service Commission faces an FIR over alleged irregularities in its veterinary officer recruitment examination.

KPSC chairman Shivashankarappa S Sahukar was suspended on allegations of influencing recruitments in another case.

Repeated investigations, cancellations, and prolonged litigation have left lakhs of aspirants facing years of uncertainty.

Reforms recommended by the PC Hota committee, including a transparent search committee for KPSC appointments, have not been fully implemented.

The 2021 FDA examination paper leak exposed weaknesses despite procedural changes like CCTV and biometric attendance.