Padma Jaiswal, a senior Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer, has been dismissed from her position due to allegations of corruption dating back to her tenure as District Collector of West Kameng district in Arunachal Pradesh between 2007 and 2008. Investigators claim she misappropriated approximately ₹28 lakh (around $33,800 USD) of public funds. The case, filed in 2009, faced significant delays in the legal system, with a government tribunal initially ruling that the Home Ministry lacked authority to act against her. However, on April 1, 2026, the Delhi High Court overturned this decision, allowing the government to proceed with her dismissal. This action marks a significant event in Indian bureaucracy, as it is rare for a senior IAS officer to be removed from service. Jaiswal's case serves as a reminder of the complexities involved in addressing corruption within the government and the importance of accountability for public officials, especially as they manage critical services impacting citizens' daily lives.