Baramulla: Jammu and Kashmir Minister for Health and Education Sakina Itoo warned that no officer found accepting bribes would be spared, asserting a zero-tolerance policy against corruption in the Union Territory.
The warning comes days after the government attached a senior education officer in Baramulla district following corruption complaints.
“If there is any information against any officer, especially regarding bribery, action will be taken. That officer will not be spared,” Itoo said on the sidelines of a function at the Government Degree College for Women in Baramulla.
The minister said the National Conference government, led by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, is committed to transparency and will act on every complaint received.
Responding to criticism over the government’s actions, Itoo said some critics were being inconsistent, first accusing the administration of inaction, and then questioning it when steps are taken. “First, you say no work is happening. Then, when action is taken, you are not satisfied. Then you ask why it was done. What do you want?” she said.
The minister reiterated that the government would not shield any officer facing bribery complaints. (KNS)
