Flood mismanagement in Rajasthan: Four officers removed for lax response

Three officers of the Rajasthan Administrative Service (RAS) and a Tehsildar have been removed from their posts on the directives of Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma for negligence in handling the flood and heavy rainfall situation in their respective areas.

The officers — Chotu Lal Sharma (SDO, Mandal – Bhilwara), Anoop Singh (SDO, Sawai Madhopur), Heer Singh Charan (SDO, Bagoda – Jalore), and Mohan Lal (Tehsildar, Bagoda) — were relieved of their duties after receiving unsatisfactory feedback regarding their handling of the crisis. They have been placed under Awaiting Posting Orders (APO).

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According to a press release issued by the Chief Minister’s Office (CMO) on Monday evening, the Chief Minister, during a video conference on Sunday to review the flood situation, expressed strong dissatisfaction with the performance of the four officials and directed immediate action against them.

The Chief Minister aims to send a strong message to all state officials, underscoring the importance of dedication and prompt action in the discharge of their duties—especially during critical situations like floods or rain-induced crises, the CMO spokesperson added.

Over the past three to four days, intense monsoon activity has led to flood-like conditions in several districts, including Ajmer, Pushkar, Tonk, Sawai Madhopur, Bundi, Baran, Rajsamand, Jalore, and Jodhpur.

More than half a dozen casualties have been reported, in addition to widespread waterlogging and related hardships across affected areas.