A recent inspection by the Lokayukta in Udupi district, Karnataka, India, uncovered numerous administrative lapses in the Department of Public Instruction and the Department of Women and Child Development. The inspection highlighted issues such as staff absenteeism, lack of accountability, and failure to maintain proper records. For instance, an office staff member was found absent without permission, leading to recommendations for disciplinary action. Officials were criticized for providing inaccurate information and not maintaining essential registers, including attendance and financial records. The Lokayukta has directed authorities to ensure strict adherence to service rules and to submit detailed reports on staffing, infrastructure, and compliance across schools. The report also raised concerns about inadequate basic facilities in some schools and irregularities in appointments, calling for comprehensive reviews and actions against violations. In the Women and Child Development Department, officials were instructed to provide detailed data on anganwadi centres and welfare schemes after failing to present complete information during the inspection. This scrutiny signals a push for stricter oversight of public administration in the district.