Thiruvananthapuram: The Chief Secretary of Kerala is reportedly facing the prospect of suspension, a move unprecedented in the state’s administrative history. The development comes after a complaint was filed under Rule 7, concerning an alleged Disproportionate Assets (DA) case.
Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan has initiated steps to seek legal advice on the matter, specifically regarding the action to be taken on the Rule 7 complaint against the top bureaucrat. Sources indicate the Chief Minister’s office is treating the case with extreme seriousness due to the gravity of the allegations and the official’s high rank.
The Chief Secretary’s potential suspension marks a historic first in Kerala’s administrative annals, underscoring the government’s commitment to address serious allegations even against its most senior officials. The move has sent ripples through the state bureaucracy and political circles. A final decision is expected after the Chief Minister receives and reviews the legal opinion.
