Ex-IAS officer inducted into Maharashtra UCC panel two days after Justice Chavan's exit

Maharashtra's Uniform Civil Code panel has inducted an ex-IAS officer as a member, just two days after Justice Chavan stepped down from the panel. Justice Chavan had raised concerns about the officer's involvement with the committee.

The timing of the induction, following the judge's resignation, has drawn attention to the panel's composition and decision-making process. The development marks a shift in the panel's direction as it continues its work on drafting a uniform civil code for the state.

Details about the ex-IAS officer's role and expertise relevant to the UCC panel remain unclear. The Maharashtra government has not issued an official statement clarifying the reasons behind the sequential changes.