BKTC Takes Major Disciplinary Action: Chairman’s Personal Assistant Pramod Nautiyal Suspended, Four-Member Inquiry Committee Formed
Dehradun/Joshimath:
The Badrinath-Kedarnath Temple Committee (BKTC) has taken a significant administrative step to uphold discipline, transparency, and accountability within its administration by suspending Pramod Nautiyal, Personal Assistant (PA) posted in the Chairman’s Office, with immediate effect.
According to the official order issued by the Committee, serious prima facie irregularities were found in the discharge of the employee’s official responsibilities. In view of the allegations, a show-cause notice was served to Nautiyal on July 3, 2026, seeking his explanation. Simultaneously, a four-member inquiry committee was constituted to conduct a fair, transparent, and comprehensive investigation into the matter.
After examining the explanation submitted by the employee and reviewing the preliminary findings of the inquiry committee, the Committee observed that the allegations appeared to be prima facie substantiated.
The inquiry committee, in its preliminary report, recommended initiating disciplinary proceedings against the concerned employee. It further noted that allowing him to continue in his present position during the investigation could potentially influence or affect the fairness of the inquiry.
Taking these observations into account, BKTC decided to place Pramod Nautiyal under suspension with immediate effect to ensure an impartial and transparent investigation.
Attached to Joshimath Office During Suspension
As per the suspension order, Nautiyal has been attached to the BKTC Office at Joshimath in Chamoli district during the suspension period.
He will be entitled to subsistence allowance as per the applicable service rules. The order also stipulates that he shall not leave the headquarters without prior permission from the competent authority and must extend full cooperation in the ongoing inquiry and disciplinary proceedings.
BKTC Reaffirms Commitment to Transparency and Accountability
The Badrinath-Kedarnath Temple Committee reiterated that transparency, accountability, and administrative discipline remain its highest priorities. The Committee emphasized that any instance of misconduct or irregularity by its officials or employees will be dealt with strictly in accordance with established rules and procedures.
BKTC further stated that maintaining public trust in the administration of the revered shrines is of paramount importance, and no compromise will be made on institutional integrity. Appropriate action, in accordance with the outcome of the inquiry, will be taken after the investigation is completed.
