Letter to BS: Govt must take prompt action in CBI vs CBI case

Corruption has become the middle name for police personnel in general

This refers to “CBI in trouble” (October 24). The tussle between the two senior-most Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) officials is not new. It started when the Central Vigilance Commission panel cleared Rakesh Asthana’s (pictured) promotion despite objection from CBI Director Alok Verma. Both of them have been at loggerheads since then. It would be an understatement to say that this issue has led to a huge embarrassment for the CBI. Though the government has said that it will ensure the reputation and public trust in the CBI remains intact, it does not look like they will be able to