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Following the policy of zero tolerance against corruption, Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has taken big and strict action in the Haridwar Municipal Corporation land purchase case. In this case, it has been recommended to dismiss the then Municipal Commissioner Haridwar Municipal Corporation Varun Chaudhary from service with immediate effect.

At the same time, considering the then District Magistrate Haridwar Karmendra Singh guilty of serious negligence in the proper discharge of his official responsibilities and duties, it has been decided to impose major punishment against him. A recommendation is being sent to the Personnel and Training Department for action against both the officers as per rules.

Apart from this, instructions have also been given to register a censure entry against the then working SDM Ajayveer Singh and to stop his three increments.

It is noteworthy that as soon as the Haridwar Municipal Corporation land purchase issue came to light, Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami had adopted a strict stance. Several officials, including the then District Magistrate Karmendra Singh and former Municipal Commissioner Varun Chaudhary, were suspended after preliminary investigation indicated irregularities. After this, the entire episode was thoroughly investigated through special investigation and audit.

Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has clearly said that no compromise will be made at any level in corruption cases. He reiterated that transparency, accountability and public interest are paramount in governance and strictest action will be taken against officers found guilty.

This action of the Dhami government is being considered as one of the biggest administrative actions ever taken against corruption in the state, which has given a clear message that misuse of public money and misuse of position will not be tolerated under any circumstances.