The Maharashtra state government has officially removed the secretary of the Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) from his position. The decision was formalized through an order issued by the state’s General Administration Department. The official, identified as Harpalkar, had been serving in the role on a two-year deputation basis prior to this sudden removal.

The removal comes amidst growing pressure from student groups and political opposition regarding alleged irregularities and leaks in state-conducted recruitment examinations. While the government has confirmed the change in leadership, it has provided limited details regarding the specific findings of any internal investigation into the exam process. The move is widely viewed as an attempt by the administration to restore public confidence in the commission's ability to conduct fair and secure testing for government jobs.

There is currently a lack of clarity regarding whether the secretary was removed due to direct involvement in the alleged leaks or as a measure of administrative accountability. The government has not yet announced a permanent replacement for the position, leaving the commission in a period of transition as it faces scrutiny over its operational transparency.