Thiruvananthapuram: Chief Minister VD. Satheesan said that the Governor has not consulted the state government in this regard. Meanwhile, the Chief Minister said that the irregularities found in the PSC are very serious and shocking. He was speaking to the media after the cabinet meeting.
The Governor should have consulted the government when making such a recommendation. But when such a recommendation was made, the Governor did not consult the government, the Chief Minister said. At the same time, what happened at PSC was shocking. Family and relatives have been recruited there. The Chief Minister said that the credibility of the PSC will be restored and the culprits will be brought to justice.
The Chief Minister clarified that more complaints are being received regarding the PSC examinations. He said he understands that there are different opinions within the PSC regarding the examination irregularity. The Chief Minister added that it would not be appropriate to divulge more details at the moment as the investigation is in progress.
The Chief Minister explained that the transfer of IAS officers was part of normal administrative procedure and the transfer was done following necessary procedures.
The Chief Minister also informed that the Cabinet has approved the draft of the International Maritime Museum. This is one of the government's dream plans, he added. It has been decided to create 12 new posts in Dental Hygienist Grade II in Health Department and 16 posts in Kath Lab Technician category.
The decision was taken by the Cabinet which was also a relief to the employees who were dismissed from the Kozhikode Corporation. The Chief Minister said that it is decided to keep their posts in the supernumerary category.
