Archive · 24 Sep 2026
Maharashtra Lokayukta Strengthened, Justice Shukre Invites Citizen Complaints
Justice Sunil Shukre is the new chairman of Maharashtra’s Lokayukta institution.
He said the institution now has stronger powers.
It can investigate complaints about parts of government administration.
People with genuine problems involving government departments can approach it.
Shukre explained what types of complaints may be accepted.
He also described how the complaint process works.
He spoke at a felicitation event organized by the Brahma Kumaris in Malad West.
He took oath as chairman on August 25, 2026.
Maharashtra Lokayukta Chairman Justice Sunil Shukre said the institution has been strengthened.
He said it can investigate complaints involving various aspects of government administration.
Shukre encouraged citizens with genuine grievances to approach the Lokayukta for redressal.
He explained the institution’s expanded powers under the Maharashtra Lokayukta Act, 2023.
Shukre was felicitated by the Brahma Kumaris centre in Malad West after his appointment.
- Who
- Justice Sunil Shukre, chairman of the Maharashtra Lokayukta Institution, addressed the gathering.
- What
- He said the institution had been strengthened and encouraged citizens to submit genuine government-related grievances.
- When
- He made the remarks on Thursday; he was sworn in as chairman on August 25, 2026.
- Where
- At the Brahma Kumaris centre in Malad West, Mumbai.
- Why
- To explain the Lokayukta’s role, expanded powers, eligible matters and grievance procedure.
- Official
- Justice Sunil Shukre
- Institution
- Maharashtra Lokayukta Institution
- Legal framework
- Maharashtra Lokayukta Act, 2023
- Appointment
- Shukre was sworn in as chairman on August 25, 2026.
- Event location
- Brahma Kumaris centre, Malad West, Mumbai
- Main function discussed
- Investigating complaints concerning government administration and public administration