I am looking for an expression, idiom or proverb for a Hindi saying "ulta karobar" which literally means "turtled business" or "upside-down acts"

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I am looking for an expression, idiom or proverb for a Hindi saying "ulta karobar" which literally means "turtled business" or "upside-down business" and relates to the disorderly handling of an issue or passing of foolish twisted laws that cause inconvenience or commotion/annoyance for the population.

After reflecting over such above mentioned doings, one can say with a sigh, "This is "ulta karobar."

What is the equivalent expression in English?

Answer 1

fubar -- This is fubar.

(An acronym originating in the military for such bureaucratic impedance to efficiency.)

It's similar to snafu, but more emphatic.

Answer 2

One popular and similarly themed English idiom is putting the cart before the horse:

to do things in the wrong order
• People are putting the cart before the horse by making plans on how to spend the money before we are even certain that the money will be available.
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