The Karnataka Police have identified 12 candidates who paid bribes to secure veterinary doctor positions. A massive network involving leaked papers and luxury resorts has been uncovered by the CID.
- 12 aspirants identified for paying bribes to secure veterinary doctor jobs.
- Former KPSC controller Gyanendra Kumar Gangwar and middleman Basavaraj Kannale arrested.
- Approximately ₹10 crore suspected to have been exchanged; ₹80 lakh already traced.
- Question papers were leaked a day early and candidates were trained at luxury resorts.
The Karnataka Police and the Crime Investigation Department (CID) have made a significant breakthrough in the investigation of the Karnataka Public Service Commission (KPSC) veterinary doctors' recruitment scandal. Following intense interrogation of the primary accused, investigators have identified 12 aspirants who allegedly paid substantial sums of money to facilitate cheating in the examinations held on January 8 and 9.
The investigation centers around the arrest of Gyanendra Kumar Gangwar, the former KPSC controller of exams, and Basavaraj Kannale, a middleman. The duo is accused of masterminding a sophisticated operation to recruit 400 veterinary doctors for the state government. The CID has already traced ₹80 lakh in bank transfers to Kannale, though the total amount involved is suspected to be nearly ₹10 crore, with individual bribes ranging from ₹30 lakh to ₹80 lakh.
Why This Matters
BozokMedia analysis shows that this scandal represents a systemic failure in the state's recruitment machinery. When high-ranking officials like the controller of exams are involved in leaking papers, it doesn't just compromise one exam—it erodes public trust in the entire meritocratic process of government hiring. The use of encrypted communication and luxury resorts indicates a highly organized criminal enterprise rather than a simple leak.
According to the FIR, the fraud became evident when 29 aspirants who had poor academic records in college suddenly scored exceptionally high marks—exceeding 450 out of 500—in the entrance exam. Out of 1,400 candidates who competed for 400 vacancies, 329 were selected, raising red flags for honest candidates like Dr. Manjunath, whose complaint triggered the probe.
The infiltration of middlemen into the highest echelons of the KPSC suggests a deep-rooted nexus that requires a complete overhaul of the examination security protocol.
The CID's investigation revealed a meticulously planned operation. Leaked question papers were provided to selected candidates at resorts around Bengaluru, including one in Devanahalli. These candidates were not only given the papers in handwritten and printed formats but were also coached by middlemen and transported to exam centers in private vehicles to avoid detection.
Further complications have arisen with the involvement of other high-ranking officials. The suspended KPSC chairman, Sahukar S Shivashankarappa, is under investigation, and his anticipatory bail pleas have been rejected by both the High Court and a special court due to prima facie evidence of his communication with the middlemen.
| Detail | Standard Process | Fraudulent Process |
|---|---|---|
| Paper Access | Securely distributed at center | Leaked 24 hours prior |
| Candidate Prep | Self-study/Coaching | Resort-based intensive training |
| Selection Basis | Merit/Academic performance | Payment (₹30L - ₹80L) |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: Who reported the KPSC veterinary exam fraud?
The scam came to light after a complaint was filed by Dr. Manjunath, a veterinary doctor who was not selected despite his qualifications.
Q2: What was the role of the resorts in this scam?
Resorts in and around Bengaluru, specifically in Devanahalli, served as secret hubs where candidates were housed, given leaked papers, and trained by middlemen before the exam.
