J K Minister Requests Removal of Transport Commissioner Over Alleged Defiance
Jammu and Kashmir Minister Satish Sharma has formally raised concerns with Chief Minister Omar Abdullah about Transport Commissioner Vishesh Paul Mahajan's alleged defiance and disrespect towards the Ministry's authority. Sharma cited Mahajan's disregard for written and verbal directives, discourteous communication, and bypassing of the Ministry, which he says compromises the Transport Department's administration. After unsuccessful informal attempts to resolve the issue, Sharma requested Mahajan's removal and replacement with a suitably senior officer to maintain administrative accountability and service delivery.
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Sentiment was consistent across outlets (32–32/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
thetribune broke this story on 12 Aug, 08:22 pm. Other outlets followed.