A major ₹550 crore bank scam in Haryana is now being investigated by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), raising serious concerns about misuse of public funds.
The case involves money kept in government-linked accounts in IDFC First Bank and AU Small Finance Bank. According to initial findings, the funds were allegedly diverted using fake transactions, forged documents, and shell companies.
The Haryana government has suspended two senior IAS officers as part of the ongoing probe. While their exact role is still being examined, the move suggests possible administrative lapses in handling public money.
The investigation was first handled by the state’s Vigilance and Anti-Corruption Bureau. However, due to the large amount involved and the complexity of the case, it was later handed over to the CBI for a deeper and wider probe.
Officials believe the scam was carried out in a planned manner, with money being moved across multiple accounts to avoid detection. Several bank officials and private individuals are also being looked into as part of the investigation.
The CBI has registered a case under charges such as cheating, forgery, and criminal conspiracy. Investigators are now tracking financial records and transactions to understand how the money was siphoned off and who all were involved.
There are also indications that the scam could have links beyond Haryana, making it a larger financial network. More action, including questioning and possible raids, is expected in the coming days.
The case has caused concern within government circles, as it points to possible gaps in monitoring and control of public funds.
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