Thiruvananthapuram∙ Former minister KT Jalil’s Facebook post criticizing the Lokayukta. The note mentions discrimination in the Lokayukta’s procedures. The post says that it is good to inform the Malokas that the Lokayukta knows how to not only pass judgment unilaterally, but also conduct preliminary inquiry and send notices. Jalil’s response came following the Lokayukta sent a notice to former minister KK Shailaja.
KT Jalil had resigned from the 1st Pinarayi Cabinet following the Lokayukta verdict in the relative appointment controversy. KT as General Manager of State Minority Development Corporation. Jalil’s cousin K.T. The Lokayukta’s order stated that Adeeb’s appointment was illegal and Jalil was not fit to continue as a minister. The Lokayukta observed that the educational qualification of the General Manager had been changed for the appointment of Abid. This was followed by resignation.
The Lokayukta sent a notice to former Health Minister KK Shailaja on the complaint that there was corruption in the procurement of PPE kits during the Covid period. Shailaja has to appear in person or through a lawyer on December 8. Along with hearing their arguments, the Lokayukta will also conduct a direct inquiry following examining the records. The case was accepted in the file following preliminary arguments and investigation were completed following sending notices to the IAS officers. No notice was given to Shailaja and no inquiry was conducted.
∙ Full version of KT Jalil’s post
“It is good to inform the Malokas that our honorable Lokayukta knows how to complete all the procedures within ten days and not only give a decision unilaterally without sending a notice or hearing to the party, but also conduct a preliminary inquiry and send a notice. If Jalila, the law, department and procedures are not applicable, right?
Koya, let’s turn it around. Let’s walk let’s walk, Sambhamami yuge yuge”
English Summary: KT Jaleel Slams Lokayukta in FB Post