Durga Shakti Nagpal in IRS?
DURGA Shakti Nagpal, the suspended IAS officer has attracted nation wide attention. The Nation is aghast at the atrocious attitude of the UP State Government towards an honest bureaucrat.
But similar actions are being taken in the Central Revenue Department - unheard, unprotested.
With the rupee falling like BRIC and gold smuggling reaching dizzy heights, customs officers, especially those at entry ports have a huge responsibility. Recently the Customs Department transferred two young IRS officers from strategic points - their crime being tough action against gold smugglers and duty evaders.
It is heartening to see some very honest, dedicated daredevil, patriotic young men among the recently recruited IRS officers. They are all highly qualified and are capable of getting better lucrative jobs, but have joined the service with a sparkle in their eyes and a determination to serve the nation. Of course it must be stated that there are some young men and a few women who have joined with clear priorities of making money and they are not wasting time from day one.
A couple of young officers recently took the Gold cartel bull by its horn and earned good revenue for the nation. But bulls will not simply keep quiet and these two officers were promptly transferred out. The message is loud and clear - such unwelcome characteristics like honesty, hard work, devotion to duty, commitment to the job and patriotism will not be tolerated and should be nipped in the bud.
Durga Nagpal was facing only sand mafia - imagine the plight of Revenue officers facing the wrath of gold smugglers - there is an ocean of difference.
A young IRS officer detected a major fraud in the import of gold and recovered more than Rs. 5 Crores and would have recovered a hundred crores, but alas, he was transferred! That 5 crores will take care of his salary for his entire career and more. They will ensure that he is soon disciplined.
Let us hope and pray that these honest brave boys in the service have the tenacity to remain honest and brave in spite of the humiliation and harassment they will be subjected to.
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