In a decisive step towards enforcing accountability in public institutions, Deputy Commissioner (DC) Reasi, Vishesh Mahajan on Saturday ordered action against officials found absent during a surprise inspection across several government institutions.
The unannounced visits covered the Government Boys Higher Secondary School in Reasi, several health institutions, and key district offices. The inspections aimed to check staff attendance, service quality, and adherence to official guidelines across these essential facilities. On the directions of the Deputy Commissioner, ADDC Sukhdev Samyal also visited several offices to check the status of absent staff.
During the inspections, the Deputy Commissioner found multiple instances of employee absenteeism including officers.
Taking serious note, the DC took immediate action by ordering the suspension of salary of the heads of these institutions including Chief medical officer (CMO) Reasi, Block medical officer till they provide satisfactory explanations for their staff’s absence.
Additionally, employing a strict measure, the DC ordered the closing of the DC office main gate after 10.20 am, preventing latecomers, including officers, from entering the premises. The move aimed to send a strong message across the board on the importance of punctuality and adherence to official hours.
