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Time of India
4 days ago
- Time of India
Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation employee suspended for forging signature of ex-MD and senior officials
Bengaluru: The Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) has suspended an employee for allegedly forging the signature of former managing director Anbu Kumar and other senior officials, who are heading mechanical and operation departments. The suspended employee has been identified as Richard J, a junior assistant in the accounts department at KSRTC's central office. He allegedly created forged documents promising transfer and reappointment of employees and in return, collected money from them. According to KSRTC, Richard deceived Nagarajappa, an assistant artisan from the Shivamogga division, by assuring him of a transfer to Davanagere division. He also allegedly took money from Nagaraj N A, a dismissed driver, promising reinstatement. In addition, Richard duped his friend Chandrhasa S Achari, a driver from the Kundapura depot, by offering a fake transfer to Shivamogga. You Can Also Check: Bengaluru AQI | Weather in Bengaluru | Bank Holidays in Bengaluru | Public Holidays in Bengaluru To support his claims, Richard is said to have generated fake order letters by scanning and misusing the signatures of senior officials, including that of former KSRTC MD Anbu Kumar. These forged orders were shared with the victims, some of whom received them via WhatsApp. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Urologists: Enlarged Prostate? Every Man Should Stop This 1 Habit! Prostate Health Journal Click Here Undo A KSRTC official said, "The issue came to light when one of the employees who received a fake transfer order on WhatsApp reported to a depot. Upon verification, officials informed him that such orders are never sent via WhatsApp, but only through email or post. A closer inspection confirmed the order was fake and the same thing was brought to the notice of higher-ups." The forged documents were allegedly backdated to July 4, by which time Anbu Kumar was already transferred from KSRTC to serve as the chief electoral officer of Karnataka. Richard has been suspended following instructions from the transport minister Ramalinga Reddy, and a detailed investigation is underway.
Time of India
30-05-2025
- Climate
- Time of India
Officials told to report seed shortages in advance
Mandya: District in-charge secretary Anbu Kumar directed agriculture officials to report any shortages of sowing seeds and fertilisers at least one month in advance to ensure timely procurement and distribution. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now He issued the directive during a progress review meeting held at Deputy Commissioner's office here on Thursday. Highlighting the district's rainfall data, he said while Mandya typically receives 150.2mm of rainfall during this season, it already received 260.1mm between March and May 28. The recent heavy rains caused damage to 28 houses over the past two days. Relief efforts are underway through the district's compensation system to support affected families. Control rooms have been established at both district and taluk levels. Meetings of the district disaster management authority were conducted to issue guidelines and ensure inter-departmental coordination. To mitigate risks during the monsoon, the administration is installing warning boards near vulnerable areas, including overflowing bridges, rivers and streams. Based on historical data, 112 flood-prone villages have been identified, and necessary safety equipment has been readied. Care centres in these regions have also been designated. All relevant departments have been instructed to clear silt from drains and canals, and to inspect and repair electricity poles and transformers where necessary. Providing an overview of crop insurance coverage, the secretary said between 2019 and 2024, a total of 3,33,988 applications were submitted, and compensation totalling Rs 8,327.7 lakh was disbursed to 1,93,780 beneficiaries. Kumar also said the fisheries department devise a plan to provide auto-rickshaws for fish vendors and explore opportunities to expand the fish market.
