Srinagar, Oct 28: CPI(M) leader and MLA Kulgam M. Y. Tarigami on Tuesday moved the Jammu and Kashmir Lokayukta (Anti-Corruption) Bill, 2025 in the Legislative Assembly, seeking to establish an independent body to deal with complaints of corruption against public functionaries, including legislators.

As per the Bill, the Lokayukta would function as an independent authority to inquire into allegations of corruption and maladministration, promote transparency, and redress citizens’ grievances. It aims to replace the Jammu and Kashmir Accountability Commission Act, 2002, which was repealed following the reorganisation of the erstwhile state in 2019. The proposed institution would have powers similar to the national-level Lokpal, including the authority to conduct investigations and recommen

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