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Rohit Pawar Demands MPSC Chief’s Resignation, Citing Corruption Allegations
Rohit Pawar wants Vivek Bhimanwar to resign as head of the MPSC.
The MPSC helps select people for government jobs in Maharashtra.
Pawar says Bhimanwar’s earlier postings had problems involving recruitment, transfers and money.
He says he has three bags of documents supporting his claims.
Some evidence has reportedly been given to the Chief Minister and Governor.
Pawar says he may release more documents if the government does not act.
He also suggested that officer Tukaram Mundhe could lead the MPSC instead.
Pawar said students should decide whether to protest.
A larger protest in Pune may begin on September 16, after the early days of Ganeshotsav.
NCP (SP) MLA Rohit Pawar demanded MPSC chairman Vivek Bhimanwar’s resignation.
Pawar alleged corruption, recruitment irregularities, transfer issues and financial discrepancies during Bhimanwar’s earlier postings.
He said he had submitted some evidence to the Chief Minister and Governor and possessed three bags of documents.
Pawar specifically cited alleged irregularities in the Transport Department and claimed only 40% of his evidence had been released.
He suggested Tukaram Mundhe could become MPSC chairman and indicated a student-led Pune protest could begin on September 16.
- Who
- NCP (SP) MLA Rohit Pawar made the allegations against MPSC chairman Vivek Bhimanwar and supported students seeking action.
- What
- Pawar demanded Bhimanwar’s resignation, called for an inquiry and claimed to possess evidence of alleged corruption and irregularities.
- Where
- The allegations and protest plans concern the Maharashtra Public Service Commission and a possible agitation in Pune.
- When
- The statements were made on a Thursday; Pawar indicated a possible major agitation from September 16.
- Why
- Pawar said the issue affects students, government recruitment and the credibility of the state’s recruitment system.
Key facts
- Main demand
- Rohit Pawar demanded Vivek Bhimanwar’s resignation as MPSC chairman.
- Evidence claimed
- Pawar said he had three bags of documents and had presented about 40% of the evidence so far.
- Recipients of evidence
- He said evidence had been submitted to the Chief Minister and Governor.
- Allegations
- Pawar cited alleged corruption, recruitment and transfer irregularities, and financial discrepancies.
- Transport Department
- Pawar alleged a scam involving crores of rupees during Bhimanwar’s work in the Transport Department.
- Suggested replacement
- Pawar said senior IAS officer Tukaram Mundhe could meet the eligibility conditions to become MPSC chairman.
- Possible protest date
- Pawar indicated that a major Pune agitation could begin on September 16, subject to students’ decision.
Quotes
Rohit Pawar
NCP (SP) MLA criticizing the MPSC chairman
“We will continue to fight. You support us and we will fight for you till the very end. This is an important issue. This man should resign.”
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“Only 40% of the evidence has been brought before you. We will bring Part 2 of the evidence against the MPSC chairman.”
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