Delhi: Shakuntala Gamlin takes charge as chief secretary
She took the move despite the government asking her not to do so, reports said.
The Lieutenant Governor on Friday appointed her as the Acting Chief Secretary.
Kejriwal has sent a letter to Jung over Gamlin's appointment and said he has violated the Constitution.
In his letter, Kejriwal said: "I would strongly request and urge you to remain within the confines of the Constitution and the laws relating to Government of NCT of Delhi. You are holding a Constitutional post. Whatever be the political pressures, you have a duty to uphold the Constitution."
Kejriwal said he has sought an appointment with President Pranab Mukherjee over the situation in Delhi.
"Seeking an appointment with the President to apprise him of Delhi's situation," Kejriwal tweeted.
The government alleged that Gamlin had close links with BSES discoms.
Kejriwal tweeted: "My Q 2 Delhites - Shud a person perceived to be very close to bijli cos be made CS of Del? Shud elected CM have no say in selection?(1/2)."
"All over country, huge nexus betn politicians, officers n cos.In Del, v r trying to break that nexus.That's why whole system opposing(2/2)," he said.
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