New Delhi, May 15
The Central Bureau of Investigation conducted searches at multiple locations in Chandigarh and Panchkula in connection with an alleged Haryana bank scam involving misappropriation of government funds.
Officials said the agency carried out raids at seven locations on May 14 and recovered financial records and digital evidence linked to the alleged fraud. The searches covered residential premises, business establishments, jewelry showrooms and properties linked to suspected beneficiaries and private entities connected to the investigation.
According to officials, certain employees of IDFC First Bank and AU Small Finance Bank allegedly conspired with public servants from various Haryana government departments to siphon off government funds through fraudulent means.
The Haryana government handed the case over to the CBI for investigation. Officials said incriminating documents and articles connected to the alleged financial irregularities were seized during the searches.
The agency has so far arrested 16 accused persons in the case. Officials said the investigation has been intensified and multiple leads are being examined as part of the ongoing probe.
