Baramulla 16/ Oct : Trade union leader turned politician Mohd Rafique Rather has strongly condemned the alleged humiliating treatment of a woman officer Beenish Wani JKAS by IAS Rajeev Ranjan IAS during an online meeting, terming such conduct unacceptable and contrary to the dignity and ethics of public service.
Senior PDP leader Rafique Rather urged Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha to take cognisance of the incident and initiate appropriate action, if the allegations are established. He said that no officer, irrespective of rank or seniority, should be allowed to undermine the dignity, self-respect and professional standing of colleagues.
Rather further said that threatening an officer with suspension or dismissal in such a manner is unacceptable and unjustified. Such intimidation and the misuse of administrative authority must be checked immediately. Disciplinary powers should be exercised strictly in accordance with established rules and procedures, not as instruments of intimidation or humiliation.
Referring to reports surrounding the officer’s earlier alleged involvement in a gun licence case and other reported allegations, Rafique Rather said that such matters warrant due scrutiny by the competent authorities.
Expressing concern over a broader administrative culture, Rather said that similar complaints of high-handedness are being witnessed in several districts, where some newly appointed IAS officers allegedly treat subordinate employees as if they were domestic help rather than government servants working together to serve the people.
“Administrative authority is a responsibility, not a licence to humiliate or intimidate others. Every government employee deserves dignity and respect, irrespective of rank or seniority. The civil services must be guided by professionalism, accountability and mutual respect,” Rather said.
He appealed to the Lieutenant Governor to ensure that appropriate mechanisms are put in place to prevent the misuse of official authority and safeguard the dignity of government employees. He emphasised that discipline in administration must go hand in hand with courtesy, fairness and respect for every individual.
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