Odisha Officials Barred for Late Arrival

In Odisha's Rayagada district, the District Collector, Ashutosh Kulkarni, took strict action against 12 senior officials who arrived late to a public grievance hearing.

The Collector, who arrived on time, decided that the latecomers would not be allowed to participate in the meeting.

This action was seen as a strong message to enforce punctuality and accountability among public officials.

The officials who were barred from the meeting included those from key departments like co-operative societies, forestry, social security, and education.

This incident has sparked discussions within administrative circles about the importance of time discipline in public service.