THURSDAY, 17 SEPTEMBER 2026

Illegal occupation of govt quarters unfortunate


Some government quarters in states allotted by government agencies are given out on rent by the original tenants. It's illegal to rent out government allotted accommodation granted to the government employees. 

The authorities should check all government accommodations in states to ensure that flats have not been rented out. Moreover this drive will also prove helpful in keeping a check on anti-social elements who may seek hideouts in these areas which are otherwise least suspected. 

It's a violation of the rules of allotment in case a government employee sublets the accommodation. Moreover allowing illegal occupation of government accommodation amounts to connivance and conspiracy. 

The illegal occupation of Government accommodation also infringes upon rights of other genuine claimants, who are in need of government accommodation for smooth discharge of their duties. 

Some of the quarters are not maintained properly even though they are collecting annual maintenance charges and HRA. The government should think that residents of the government quarters are human beings. 

The government accommodation should not be allotted to public servants who have their own personal residence at the place of duty.  


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