A vigilance raid has been carried out on an Assistant Project Manager. The officer, posted at OWSSB Bhubaneswar, has been investigated for alleged disproportionate assets. The raid was conducted by Odisha Vigilance following reports of financial irregularities.
Multiple properties linked to the official have been searched. The locations include residential and commercial properties in Bhubaneswar, Jatni, and Cuttack. The operation was led by seven DSPs, nine Inspectors, and ten ASIs. A search warrant was issued by the Special Judge, Vigilance, Bhubaneswar.
The searches have covered various premises, including his residential house in Jatni. His rented accommodation in Bhubaneswar has also been inspected. A double-storied house in Jatni and a triple-storied under-construction building were among the targeted locations.
Commercial properties owned by the official were also searched. Two shops at Banadurga Market Complex in Jatni were investigated. The house of a relative in Choudwar, Cuttack, was another site of interest. His office premises at OWSSB, Bhubaneswar have been searched as well.
Authorities have been verifying financial records and assets. The valuation of suspected disproportionate assets is being assessed. Further legal proceedings will be initiated based on the findings. The official may face action if financial discrepancies are confirmed.
Odisha Vigilance has been intensifying efforts against corruption. Similar raids have been conducted in recent months. The investigation remains ongoing, and further details are awaited.
