- If you want a vacation, you have to spend money
- To pay the bills, the commission has to be paid
- Mistakes of officials in taking action
Hyderabad, May 31 (Namaste Telangana): Integrated Child Development Centers (ICDS) are becoming a carafe of irregularities. Allegations are pouring in that officials are committing corruption at will. There are criticisms that fixed rates are fixed and the recipient is being penalized for transfer or promotion. The leaders of the Anganwadi unions complain that even if they want a holiday, they will have to sit for a long time. It is said that the affairs that have recently come to light in the scope of Karimnagar, Ramagundam, Muthol and Bhainsa projects are proof of this. It is stated that the same situation has prevailed in almost all the projects across the state. They express their grievances that even if they complain with solid evidence, the higher authorities do not pay attention to them.
Immersed in the whirlwind of supervision..
There are allegations that ICDS officials who are supposed to monitor nutrition and health schemes implemented by Anganwadi centers are involved in illegal activities. Criticisms are being heard that they are focusing on carrying out duties. It is known that the small contractors who supply vegetables, chicken eggs and other things are getting commissions in the payment of bills. If they are questioned about this, the lower level staff feel that they are being subjected to serious problems. They complain that they are not giving holidays and threatening to impose cuts in the name of absenteeism.
Bribes in the form of phonepay and googlepay
It is known that the officials of ICDS are following a new way of accepting bribes. It is reported that they are careful that they will be caught if they take cash directly. There are allegations that money is being deposited in the accounts of their close relatives and followers through PhonePay, GooglePay, etc. online. There are whispers that these moves are being made to catch the eye of the superiors.
Procrastination in the name of investigation..
The staff and lower level employees are alleging that even if they complain about the corruption of the officials, they are ignored. The recent incidents in Karimnagar, Ramagundam, Nirmal, Kadem and Both are cited. High-ranking officers are complaining that taking action against the accused is taking time. They are expressing anger that they are committing illegalities with mutual understanding. Officials are being criticized for helping to escape. It is stated that they are leaving with nominal checks even after complaining to ACB. Even now, the higher authorities are demanding to respond and investigate the irregularities and take action.
