Centre Withdraws Lateral Entry Ad on PM Modi's Directions

- Union Minister Jitendra Singh wrote to the UPSC chairman, cancelling the government's advertisement for lateral entry into civil services. - PM Modi directed the DoPT to withdraw the ad inviting applications for 45 central government posts via lateral entry. - The decision faced criticism from both the opposition and NDA allies like JD(U) and LJP. - PM Modi believes lateral entry must align with constitutional principles of equity and social justice, particularly regarding reservation. - Singh emphasized the importance of upholding social justice to ensure representation for marginalized communities in government services. Source: [Moneycontrol](https://www.moneycontrol.com/news/india/centre-withdraws-lateral-entry-ad-after-pm-modi-directions-writes-to-upsc-chairman-12801688.html)