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Kerala Govt Orders Inquiry Into Suspended IAS Officer N. Prasanth Over Social Media Allegations- Full Details Inside

Kerala govt forms inquiry panel into IAS officer N. Prasanth’s suspension over social media allegations after 9 months; probe to conclude in 3 months.
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Thiruvananthapuram— The Kerala government has constituted a two-member inquiry panel to investigate charges against suspended IAS officer N. Prasanth (IAS:2007:KL), nearly nine months after his suspension. The inquiry has been ordered under Rule 8(6)(a) of the All India Services (Discipline & Appeal) Rules and is expected to be completed within three months.

The investigation will be led by Dr. Rajan N. Khobragade (IAS:1994:KL), Additional Chief Secretary, Health & Family Welfare Department, while Tinku Biswal (IAS:1997:KL), Principal Secretary, Revenue & Disaster Management, will serve as the presenting officer.

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Background of the Case

Prasanth was placed under suspension on November 11, 2024, following a series of controversial social media posts in which he publicly accused Dr. A. Jayathilak (IAS:1991:KL)—then Additional Chief Secretary, now Kerala’s Chief Secretary—of criminal conspiracy, document forgery, and abuse of authority. Prasanth also made serious personal remarks, describing Jayathilak as a “psychopath” and “mentally ill,” triggering immediate administrative backlash.

The state government subsequently issued a formal charge memo accusing Prasanth of bringing disrepute to the civil service and undermining the credibility of the state’s administrative machinery.

Delay Raises Procedural Concerns

Although All India Service rules stipulate that disciplinary proceedings should be initiated and completed within six months of a suspension, the government took almost nine months to constitute the probe panel. Prasanth’s suspension was extended three times, raising legal and procedural concerns.

Critics argue that the state may have violated service rules by failing to obtain central concurrence—a requirement for suspensions extending beyond the six-month limit. Moreover, there were no new charges filed that could justify restarting the disciplinary timeline.

From “Collector Bro” to Government Critic

N. Prasanth is a well-known figure in Kerala, often referred to as “Collector Bro” for his citizen-focused and digital-first approach during his tenure as Kozhikode District Collector. His initiatives like Operation Sulaimani, Yo Appoopa, and Unnathi (for SC/ST empowerment) earned him public acclaim.

However, his activism and social media presence also sparked tensions within the bureaucratic hierarchy. He alleged irregularities in the functioning of the Industries Department and even accused IAS officer K. Gopalakrishnan (IAS:2013:KL) of misconduct related to the handling of official files.

Read Also: Kerala Suspended IAS Officer Prashant Faces Fresh Inquiry Ordered by Vijayan Government

Prasanth’s Response

Prasanth maintains that the disciplinary action is politically motivated and rooted in administrative vendetta. He claims that the digital evidence against him is manipulated, and that the government has suppressed key documents to silence his criticism.

He also alleges that the process lacked transparency, noting that his multiple written defenses submitted earlier this year were dismissed without proper explanation.

What’s Next?

The inquiry panel has a three-month deadline to submit its report. Its findings could determine whether Prasanth is reinstated, faces further disciplinary action, or is exonerated altogether. With the case drawing national attention for its implications on bureaucratic freedom, digital expression, and procedural integrity, the outcome could set a precedent for future cases involving civil servants speaking out against their peers.


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