There was a time when political leaders would accuse and allege rival parties only. But now the trend seems to deviate. Now politicians openly and blatantly blame IAS and IPS officers to be ‘conduits' of ruling party.
Recently, Congress president Govind Singh Dotasara dared to allege that 5-10 IAS officers are playing middlemen in chief minister office (CMO) fixing things for leaders of ruling party.
“It's an act of defamation. How can a political leader tarnish character of image of IAS officers without any proof? Dotasara should come up with evidence or apologise publicly for his loose comment,” said RC Jain, a former IAS officer.
He said that IAS officers, who are known for high integrity and calibre should not tolerate such an unparliamentary languages from politicians.
“I wonder why IAS Association didn't react. This may result into more such uncalled attacks on image of IAS officers. Politicians should not try to give political colour to this noble service, which is meant for public welfare,” he said.
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