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How to File a Complaint Against Public Servants in Telangana: Your Guide to Taking Action

Are you fed up with the maladministration or corruption of public servants in Telangana? Do you want to hold them accountable for their actions? If so, you're in the right place. In this blog post, we'll walk you through the steps to file a complaint against public servants in Telangana, ensuring that your voice is heard and justice is served.

Understanding the Nature of Complaints:

Before diving into the process, it's crucial to understand what types of complaints are entertained against public servants in Telangana. According to Section 2(g) of the Telangana Lokayukta Act, complaints can be filed against individuals who hold or have held positions such as Ministers, Members of the State Legislature, Officers, Chairpersons, and Members of various governing bodies.

Types of Complaints:

Complaints can range from administrative actions involving abuse of position for personal gain to instances of outright corruption or lack of integrity. Some common grounds for complaints include:

1. Abuse of position for personal gain.
2. Failure to discharge duties attached to the post.
3. Improper or corrupt motives leading to loss to the State or public.
4. Acts of corruption or lack of integrity in their capacity as public servants.

Filing a Complaint:

Now that you understand the nature of complaints, let's walk through the process of filing one:

1. Prepare Your Complaint: Ensure that your complaint is supported by Form I and your own Affidavit in Form II.
2. Accompany with Fee: Every complaint must be accompanied by a prescribed complaint fee of Rs.150/- in the form of a Money Order, Banker’s Cheque, or Demand Draft drawn in favor of the Registrar of Institution of Lokayukta of Telangana.
3. Submission Options: You can submit your complaint either in person or by mail.
4. Limitations: Keep in mind that complaints involving actions or inactions of public servants beyond six years will not be investigated.

Who Can You Complain Against?

Public servants as defined in Section 2(k) of the Telangana Lokayukta Act, 1983, are subject to investigation. This includes Ministers, Members of the State Legislature, Chairpersons, and Members of various governing bodies, among others.

Seeking Clarifications:

If you need further clarification on filing a complaint, don't hesitate to approach the Lokayukta Institution during office hours on any working day.

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