Karnataka brings government employees’ services under Sakala Act; hefty fines for delays and malicious complaints
Karnataka has expanded the Sakala Act to cover all internal staff services, imposing steep penalties for delays and false complaints. The move follows the seventh Administrative Reforms Commission‑2 report, which urged faster, time‑bound delivery across field‑level departments and organisations. The state now enforces strict fines to curb inefficiency and misuse. This policy aims to streamline bureaucratic processes and improve public trust.