But what unfolded next shocked even seasoned exam veterans. A single complaint from an aspirant, Dr Manjunath, triggered a full-blown investigation; leading to the suspension of the KPSC chairman, forensic audits of 758 OMR sheets, and ED raids across 21 locations. The twist? Middlemen were allegedly demanding ₹80 lakh per candidate to ‘guarantee’ selection. Even more jaw-dropping: the probe suggests answer sheets were tampered with, and relatives of top officials may have been given unfair advantage. The suspended KPSC chief, Shivashankarappa S Sahukar, denies involvement, calling it politically motivated. But with audio evidence submitted and bail denied, the pressure is mounting. This isn't just about one exam; it’s about trust in India’s public recruitment system. If even a state-level commission can be compromised, what does that mean for millions of aspirants waiting for their fair shot? The bigger question: how many more such ‘quiet scams’ are hiding behind clean selection lists?