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Delhi LG orders ACB probe into alleged corruption in de-silting of Palam drains
The Daily Guardian
|September 10, 2024
Delhi LG, VK Saxena, has ordered a probe by the Anti-Corruption Branch (ACB) into serious allegations of corruption and misuse of public funds to the tune of nearly Rs 80 crore against the officials of the Public Works Department (PWD).
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According to an official release, from the LG's office, "The matter, which has been under discussion for some time, involves the de-silting work carried out in Southwest Road-I and Southwest Road-II Divisions of the PWD in the Palam area." The Principal Secretary to LG has written to the Chief Secretary conveying the orders of the Lieutenant Governor.
A complaint dated August 11, 2024, addressed to the LG by Advocate Amit Kharkhari, Municipal Councillor of MCD Ward 127, Najafgarh, Delhi, alleged that the officials involved in the project are engaged in serious irregularities, including misuse of public funds, blatant disregard for established tender norms, and other serious corrupt practices.
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