THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: The KSEB has clarified that the fine imposed on KSEB Officers Association state president MG Suresh Kumar was in accordance with the rules. The board had not issued an order to allow Suresh, who went on deputation, a vehicle. The board did not issue any government order to use the vehicle.

KSEB explained that the vehicles are not allowed for those of the rank of Assistant Private Secretary and that KSEB has the power to take action as per the Service Rules.

Taking it to Facebook, KSEB stated that a detailed inspection by the Chief Vigilance Officer and the Director (Finance) found that the vehicle had been used for non-official purposes. Suresh Kumar was then issued a notice on the basis of this finding.