Dakshina Kannada DC Sasikanth Senthil resigns from IAS
Says 'Fundamental building blocks of the democracy being compromised in an unprecedented manner'
Mangaluru: Dakshina Kannada Deputy Commissioner, IAS Officer Sasikanth Senthil on Friday resigned from Indian Administrative Services in what can be touted as a bold move from the IAS officer.
Senthil in a letter to his ‘friends’ added that the the fundamental building blocks of the democracy were being compromised in an unprecedented manner. He added that it was ‘unethical’ for him to continue as civil servant in this government.
Senthil further remarked that the coming days will present difficult challenges to the basic fabric of our nation.
“I have taken this decision as I feel that it is unethical for me to continue as a civil servant in the government when the fundamental building blocks of our diverse democracy are being compromised in an unprecedented manner. I also feel strongly that the coming days will present extremely difficult challenges to the basic fabric of our nation and that I would be better off outside the IAS to continue with my work at making life better for all. It simply cannot be business as usual anymore.” he wrote in the letter.
He also noted that his resignation was not connected to anyone or any event in his current profile as the Deputy Commissioner of the Dakshina Kannada District.
“I must mention that the people and the public representatives of the Dakshina Kannada have been extremely kind to me and I owe an apology to them for discontinuing the job vested on me midway” he noted.
He concluded the letter expressing his gratitude for all who have worked with him in all capacities. “I once again express my heartfelt gratitude for all who have worked with me in all capacities and in the process have formed a thread of friendship with me. I wish well for my fellow staff and their families”.
Senthil, hailing from Tamil Nadu is an IAS officer from 2009 batch and had taken charge as the Deputy Commissioner of Dakshina Kannada in October 2017 after serving as the DC of Raichur.
Let the Truth be known. If you read VB and like VB, please be a VB Supporter and Help us deliver the Truth to one and all.
India ready to extend all possible support for peace in West Asia: PM Modi in UAE
Abu Dhabi (PTI): India is ready to extend all possible support to bring peace in West Asia, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Friday during his talks with UAE President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan.
The Modi-Al Nahyan meeting took place shortly after the prime minister landed in the Gulf nation in the first leg of his five-nation tour that also includes four European countries.
We condemned the attacks on the UAE, Modi said in his opening remarks in the meeting with the UAE leader.
ALSO READ: Only escort, pilot vehicles for CM's car; people should not be blocked: Satheesan
The UAE, which hosts a prominent US military base, has been at the receiving end of Iranian strikes during the ongoing US-Israeli war on Iran.
Modi further said, "The way UAE has been targeted is not acceptable” but “the way UAE has handled the current situation with restraint is praiseworthy."
The prime minister highlighted how the impact of the West Asian conflict is being felt globally, adding: "India is ready to extend all possible support to bring peace in West Asia.:
The prime minister was received at the airport by the UAE President, reflecting the importance attached by the country to Modi's visit. The Indian leader was was also accorded a guard of honour.
I extend my thanks to my brother Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan for his "gracious gesture" in receiving me at Abu Dhabi Airport, Modi said on social media.
"And I look forward to our discussions aimed at strengthening the ties between India and the UAE across key sectors, such as energy, investment, supply chains, and more," he said.
