IAS officer controversy
IAS Officer Santosh Verma Sparks Controversy with Comments on SC/ST Judicial Representation and Brahmin Community
Dec 11, 2025 08:59 pm CST
Indian Administrative Service officer Santosh Verma has ignited dual controversies with remarks about high courts blocking Scheduled Tribes from becoming judges and previous comments about Brahmin women. As president of AJJAKS, his statements have prompted planned protests from Brahmin organizations demanding government action, while highlighting ongoing tensions around caste representation in India's judiciary and civil services.
Madhya Pradesh IAS Officer's Inflammatory Remarks Trigger Cross-Party Backlash and Caste Tensions
Dec 11, 2025 02:17 am CST
A controversial statement by IAS officer Santosh Verma has ignited political tensions in Madhya Pradesh, with his remark "No matter how many Santosh Vermas you kill, a Santosh Verma will emerge from every household" uniting BJP and Congress leaders in demands for his suspension. The government faces a delicate balancing act between addressing outrage from Brahmin organizations and avoiding alienation of tribal voters.
Madhya Pradesh IAS Officer Faces Disciplinary Action Over Controversial Remarks About Brahmin Community
Nov 27, 2025 01:03 pm CST
Senior IAS officer Santosh Verma has received a show-cause notice from the Madhya Pradesh government for making controversial statements about Brahmin daughters during an AJAKS convention. The government described his remarks as a serious breach of service conduct rules, giving him seven days to respond. Verma, who has a history of prior controversies including allegations of document forgery, has apologized amid growing protests from both government officials and opposition leaders.
Controversy Erupts Over IAS Officer's Remarks on Brahmins and Reservations in Madhya Pradesh
Nov 25, 2025 12:12 am CST
Senior IAS officer Santosh Verma has sparked outrage across Madhya Pradesh after making controversial statements about Brahmin communities and reservations at an SC/ST employees' association event. Brahmin organizations have condemned the remarks as casteist and insulting, demanding legal action against Verma, who has a history of previous controversies including allegations of document forgery and exploitation.