Sticking to its policy of ‘zero tolerance’, the Yogi Adityanath-led government in Uttar Pradesh initiated strict action against 400 corrupt officials and even decided to give early retirement to around 200 employees.
According to reports, action has been taken against nearly 600 government employees, working at various levels, who have been under the scanner either for laxity or corruption.
Showing no mercy, the state government has recommended strict departmental action against 400 officials, the reports said. The action taken by the state government includes — no future promotions, immediate transfers and favourable postings.
The state government has also prepared a list of over 200 tainted officials, who were found guilty of corruption, and sent it to the Centre, recommending early retirement for them. However, a final decision in this regard would be taken by the Centre.
Confirming the development, State Energy Minister Shrikant Sharma said, “This is the first time that the government has initiated action against 600 corrupt officials and the decision will prove to be a game-changer.”
During a top-level review meeting on June 20, the CM had warned of strict action against corrupt officials.
UP govt initiated strict action against 400 corrupt officers and decided to give early retirement 200 employees
