Guwahati, 28th December: In a significant development, a female election officer has applied for extraordinary leave, citing mental harassment allegedly inflicted by Abhishek Jain, a senior IAS officer posted as SDO (civil) in Bijni, Assam.
The officer claims severe depression resulting from humiliation and harassment by Jain, prompting the plea for leave. The letter to the Chief Election Officer, Assam, outlines incidents of verbal abuse, exclusion from official communication channels, and psychological fear.
The case sheds light on power dynamics in administrative roles and raises questions about ensuring a safe and respectful work environment for civil servants. The Assam government’s response is awaited, potentially setting a precedent for handling such cases in the future.
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