Kerala govt to examine formation of controversial WhatsApp group for IAS officers
The Hindu
Kerala government to investigate controversial Hindu IAS officers' WhatsApp group formation, following hacking complaint by officer.
The Kerala government will examine the incident involving the controversial formation of a WhatsApp group for Hindu IAS officers, State Industries Minister P. Rajeeve said on Monday (November 4, 2024).
His statement followed a complaint lodged by an IAS officer with the police, alleging that his personal WhatsApp number was hacked and used to create a religious group.
Responding to the controversy, Mr. Rajeeve said the Kerala government would investigate the formation of a group specifically for Hindu IAS officers.
Describing the incident as "serious," he said that community-based divisions are highly concerning.
"The government will look into this matter. There is a general code of conduct for IAS officers, which falls under the Public Administration department. We are currently examining the situation. Let’s review and determine what needs to be done," he told reporters in New Delhi.
The controversy arose after an IAS officer lodged a complaint with the police, claiming his personal WhatsApp number had been hacked and used to create a religious group. He submitted a complaint to the Thiruvananthapuram City Police Commissioner, requesting an inquiry into the matter.
In the controversial WhatsApp group, officers from various communities were added, and the group was labelled as a Hindu community group, a source close to the officer said.
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