Officers can’t work when the very foundations of the country are shaking: IAS officer Senthil
Mangaluru: In a surprise move, Sasikanth Senthil Senior IAS officer and Deputy Commissioner (DC) of the Dakshina Kannada District announced his resignation on Friday, to his post in the Indian Administrative Services (IAS) citing personal reasons.
"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" Senthil has stated in his Resignation letter.
Speaking exclusively to Vartha Bharati over telephone, Senthil explained the reasons behind his decision and also spoke about his future plans.
Excerpts:
What is the reason behind this sudden and surprising move?
As I have clearly stated in my Resignation letter, I have rendered my my resignation due to personal reasons. It is in no way connected to any person or any particular event in my current profile as the Deputy Commissioner of the Dakshina Kannada District.
In your letter, you have said, "the fundamental building blocks of our diverse democracy are being compromised in an unprecedented manner". Will you Please elaborate?
As a citizen of this Country I have my own concepts and perceptions about the Country and the society. That is my observation as a citizen of this country. Today, I feel all these perceptions of mine are being questioned. My conscience does not permit me to work under such circumstances.
A lot of people feel that the State needs the services of officers of your kind.
There are many other good officers in the State. If I resign and go, other good officers will come here and will serve the people.
Do you think it is right for an officer like you to take such a sudden decision?
When the very foundations of the country are shaking how do you expect any officer to function smoothly? Today the very idea of
our country is under threat. This has nothing to do about the Dakshina Kannada District or our State. I have absolutely no problem with people of this District or about the State Politics. I have received very good support here.
Do you plan to enter politics now?
I don’t have any such plans at the moment. I am yet to determine a future role for myself. However, please rest assured that I intend to remain active in public life. Very soon, I will address the media about it.
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India's first-ever 'hybrid pitch' unveiled in Dharamsala
Dharamsala, May 6: India's first-ever 'hybrid pitch' was unveiled at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association (HPCA) stadium in a grand ceremony here on Monday.
The event was attended by IPL Chairman Arun Dhumal and cricket dignitaries including Paul Taylor, a former England cricketer and SIS's international cricket director.
"The introduction of hybrid pitches is set to revolutionize cricket in India, following their success in iconic venues like Lord's and The Oval in England," said Dhumal, who hails from Himachal Pradesh.
The hybrid pitch, which combines natural turf with synthetic fibres, promises enhanced durability and consistent playability, reducing the strain on ground staff and maintaining quality playing conditions.
With only 5% synthetic fibres, the pitch ensures that the natural characteristics essential for cricket are preserved.
Taylor expressed gratitude towards the HPCA for their collaboration on this pioneering project.
"With the ICC's approval, we're excited to see the positive impact these pitches will have on the sport, starting with installations in Mumbai and Ahmedabad next," he said.
The 'Universal Machine', a critical component in installing the hybrid surface, was developed by SISGrass in 2017 and has been instrumental in the rollout of similar pitches across England’s county cricket grounds.
This innovation aligns with the ICC's recent sanctioning of hybrid pitches for T20 and one-day international matches, with plans to expand their use in four-day county championships starting this year.
The integration of technologies like SISAir, a root aeration system, further underscores the commitment to enhancing cricket infrastructure in India. This system improves the pitch's health and resilience, benefiting players with better and safer playing conditions.
