MEERUT, Sept. 5 -- In a move to curb fabricated complaints, Moradabad district magistrate Anuj Singh has constituted a three-member probe panel and sought the assistance of the Special Task Force (STF). The action comes amid rising concerns over false allegations and baseless petitions being circulated under fictitious names through postal services.

According to officials, several government officers have reported receiving frivolous complaints, often containing unfounded or personal allegations, aimed at exerting undue pressure. "Such attempts are obstructing smooth governance and creating an environment of intimidation for officers," the DM stated in his order.

The newly formed team -- comprising the additional district magistrate (ad...