Goa CM Promises Strict Action Against Job Scam, Says Govt Officials May Face Consequences

Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant has vowed to take strict action against job scammers while emphasising the need for transparency in government hiring processes.

Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant (File Photo)

Source : PTI

Panaji: Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant on Wednesday said that stringent action would be taken against those defrauding individuals with false promises of government jobs, as reported by news agency PTI. Following a cabinet meeting, Sawant reported that cases have been filed against several people involved in such scams, urging the public to avoid falling for unverified offers, especially those unaccompanied by official advertisements.

He emphasised that state government jobs are filled transparently through the Staff Selection Commission.

Speaking at a function organised to observe Vigilance Week, the CM said, "The woman had come to my private residence seeking a personal conversation. I soon realised she was trying to convince me to give the person accompanying her a government job. I immediately asked that she be handed over to Bicholim police and a case be registered."

The CM said the woman was arrested by Ponda police as well and has claimed two government officials were helping her in this racket.

"Police will summon both these officials and action will be initiated against them. We have a policy of zero tolerance against corruption. People must not fall prey to such job rackets," Sawant said.

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