The administrative landscape of Uttar Pradesh is currently witnessing a high-voltage drama. Following the recent resignation of Bareilly's City Magistrate, the spotlight has now shifted to Ayodhya, where Prashant Kumar Singh, the Deputy Commissioner of the State Tax (GST) Department, has announced his resignation. While the move was initially portrayed as a gesture of support for the nation's. Top leadership, it has quickly spiraled into a controversy involving allegations of fraud and evasion.
The Resignation Mystery: Where is the Document?
Prashant Singh's public declaration of resignation has created a political ripple. He cited his unwavering support for the Prime Minister and the Chief Minister as the reason for leaving his post. However, the plot thickened when it was revealed that the official resignation. Letter had not yet reached the senior authorities or the government secretariat. This discrepancy has led many to believe that the announcement might be a tactical move to divert attention from ongoing disciplinary proceedings.
Brother vs Brother: The Fake Certificate Scandal
The most shocking twist in this saga came from within the family. Prashant Singh's own brother, Dr. Vishwajeet Singh, has leveled serious allegations against him. Dr, while vishwajeet claims that Prashant secured his PCS job using a fraudulent disability certificate. According to the brother, Prashant claimed a visual impairment that typically affects individuals over the age of 50. The allegation suggests that as the investigation tightened and the fear of financial recovery loomed, Prashant played the 'resignation card' to give the matter a political color.
Evading the Medical Board
The Chief Medical Officer (CMO) of Mau, Dr. Sanjay Gupta, confirmed that Prashant Singh has been issued three notices since 2021 to appear before a medical board. Despite these repeated summons, the Deputy Commissioner failed to show up for a physical examination. A final one-week notice has now been served. Legal experts suggest that if the certificate is proven fake, it could lead to immediate termination of service and criminal proceedings for defrauding the state commission.
From Politics to Bureaucracy
Prashant Singh's career path has been unconventional. Before joining the civil services, he was active in politics. In 2011, he served as the District President for Amar Singh's 'Rashtriya Lokmanch' party. He later cleared the PCS exams during the Samajwadi Party regime in 2014-15. His family also holds significant administrative positions; his wife was a Sub-Inspector who recently resigned, and his sister is currently a Tehsildar in Kushinagar. Currently, his ancestral home is reportedly locked as the investigation intensifies.
Government Crackdown and Future Implications
The state government has taken a stern view of the situation. The Commissioner of State Tax has been asked to submit a comprehensive report on Prashant Singh, including details of all pending disciplinary inquiries. The administration is keen to ensure that the resignation process isn't used as a shield against accountability. This case has highlighted the need for stricter verification of disability quotas in. Civil service recruitments, as the government prepares for a decisive move against the official.