Hyderabad: The internet caused a sensation after IAS official Smita Sabharwal released about working with Gachibowli police. But what to follow? In a digital war zone, netizens send their opinions along the party line.
A user encountered a sharp problem:
“Madam, where is your voice when the Kaleshwaram project was cut off 2.5 million trees? Or, when 5,000 acres of forest in the BJP-ruled Chhattisgarh died between 2014-2023?
Another concern for behavior:
“You are an IAS official. Have you heard of AIS behavior rules? Neutrality is not optional. Share comments at official meetings – not on social media. Don’t play the victim card!”
User reminded her that reposting is not the same:
“You are not a private citizen. You are a civil servant. If this is a personal handle, it can be clearly stated. Otherwise, it looks like a formal endorsement of anti-Gott content.”
Congressional supporters were not impressed either:
“You can access facts and still choose to spread fake news? Impossible to someone you are!”
Meanwhile, support sounds pour in – mainly from BRS sympathizers:
“You stand up and seek freedom of speech and freedom against tyranny – respect for you, Smita Garu!”
“People are with you? More power for you!”
Commenters with neutral tones were surprised:
“Being respected as it deserves, ma’am, your role assumes additional responsibility. Fact checking should be second nature to the civil servant.”
A user did not flinch:
“If you are so enthusiastic, quit and join politics or start a NGO. But don’t abuse the IAS platform of activism!”
