Why Indian bureaucrats become heroes simply for doing their jobs and enforcing the rules
- Maharashtra FDA chief Tukaram Mundhe became popular online after raids exposed unhygienic food and high hospital mark-ups.
- Experts say slow work, red tape and repeated government-office visits make efficient officials appear unusually exceptional.
- Officers like TN Seshan, Kiran Bedi and Ashok Khemka also became famous for strict enforcement and standing up to pressure.
- But tough officials face criticism, political pressure and transfers, while strict rules can also hurt vendors and poorer families.
Source: bbc.com
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