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The District Panchayat Chief Executive Officer in Kalaburagi has suspended Ramesh Milindkar, a Panchayat Development Officer (PDO) in Bidar district, Karnataka, for allegedly violating the guidelines of the 15th Finance Commission scheme. The suspension follows a complaint alleging that Milindkar spent government funds without proper authorization or the required Gram Sabha approval. An inquiry confirmed the allegations, leading to his suspension pending a departmental investigation.

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Karnataka PDO Suspended Over Alleged Misuse of Funds

Kalaburagi, November 3, 2025 – Ramesh Milindkar, Panchayat Development Officer (PDO) of Hulsoor Gram Panchayat in Basavakalyan taluk, Bidar district, Karnataka, has been suspended from his duties following accusations of mismanaging funds allocated under the 15th Finance Commission scheme.

The suspension order, issued by District Panchayat Chief Executive Officer Girish Badole, comes after a formal complaint was lodged by Gram Panchayat member Devendra B. Pawar. Pawar alleged that Milindkar bypassed mandatory Gram Sabha approvals and panchayat member consent in preparing and executing an action plan for the 2024-25 fiscal year. He also claimed that Milindkar made unauthorized payments and failed to provide financial transparency despite repeated requests for account details. According to the complaint, approximately ₹22 lakh was spent from one account and an additional ₹37 lakh from the 15th Finance Commission funds.

The allegations triggered protests from panchayat members in September, who submitted a memorandum to the Zilla Panchayat CEO demanding a thorough investigation. A subsequent joint inspection found preliminary evidence supporting the claims of financial irregularities and violations of government regulations by Milindkar, who also serves as the Grade-I Secretary of Mirkhal gram panchayat.

Based on the findings of the inquiry, CEO Badole ordered the suspension of Milindkar pending a departmental investigation in accordance with the Karnataka Civil Services Rules (KCSR). During his suspension, Milindkar is prohibited from leaving headquarters without obtaining prior authorization.

The case highlights concerns regarding the proper utilization of government funds and the importance of transparency and accountability in local governance. The outcome of the departmental inquiry remains to be seen.

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