Indian Politics

Chhattisgarh High Court Denies Bail to Ex-IAS Officer in PSC Scam

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THE BRIEF
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The Chhattisgarh High Court denied bail to a former IAS officer involved in the CGPSC paper leak case, describing the act as a crime worse than murder.

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The court emphasized that the leak compromised the future of thousands of candidates, noting the gravity of the breach in the 2023 state civil services examination process.

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The denial of bail marks a significant legal setback for the accused, as the investigation into the systemic corruption within the state's recruitment body continues.