In a developing controversy involving Pune IAS officer Puja Khedkar and Pune Collector Suhas Diwase, serious allegations have emerged, escalating an already contentious situation. Following a dispute over alleged demands for VIP privileges upon joining the Pune Collector’s office, Puja Khedkar was recently been called back to the Lal Bahadur Shastri National Academy of Administration (LBSNAA), with a reporting deadline set for July 23. This decision came after Collector Suhas Diwase lodged a complaint with the General Administration Department, accusing Khedkar and her father of exerting undue pressure for special accommodations, including a car, bungalow, and staff.
Adding fuel to the fire, Khedkar has now filed a harassment complaint against Collector Diwase. This startling accusation marks a new chapter in the unfolding saga, where both parties find themselves embroiled in a public and bureaucratic tussle.
Suhas Diwase, the Collector of Pune, is a distinguished officer belonging to the 2009 batch of the Indian Administrative Service (IAS), Maharashtra cadre. He has held pivotal roles across various departments within the Maharashtra government. Known for his close association with Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, Diwase previously served as the Agriculture Commissioner and later as the Chief Executive Officer of the Pune Metropolitan Region Development Authority (PMRDA). His career also includes significant tenures as the Bhandara District Magistrate and as the head of the Pimpri Chinchwad New Town Development Authority (PCNTDA).
Allegations surfaced against trainee IAS Puja Khedkar, accusing her of demanding VIP privileges from Pune Collector Suhas Diwase immediately upon joining. It is reported that Khedkar requested a car, bungalow, and staff from Diwase, prompting him to file a complaint with the General Administration Department (GAD). According to sources, Diwase’s complaint on June 24 detailed undue pressure allegedly exerted by Khedkar’s father, Dilip Khedkar, concerning accommodations at the Collector’s Office. Despite being a probationary officer, Khedkar purportedly insisted on special facilities.
Additionally, controversy surrounds Khedkar’s use of a personal Audi car adorned with a number plate featuring red and blue lights and the inscription “Maharashtra Government.” Appointed as Assistant Collector at the Pune Collector’s Office on June 3, 2024, Khedkar’s father reportedly instructed office officials to prepare accommodations ahead of her arrival, sparking further controversy.
The unfolding situation has led to escalating revelations about Khedkar, including recent claims that she may have applied for the UPSC exam using forged documents.
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