Punjab Vigilance Bureau Arrests ADC in Amritsar-Kolkata Corridor Scam
Chandigarh, October 26
The Punjab Vigilance Bureau (VB) has arrested Surinder Dhillon, the Additional Deputy Commissioner (Development) of Sri Muktsar Sahib, in connection with a corruption case related to the Amritsar-Kolkata Corridor project.
The Allegations:
- Dhillon, who was previously the District Development and Panchayat Officer (DDPO) of Patiala district, is accused of misappropriating funds allocated for land acquisition and development projects related to the corridor.
- The charges against him include embezzlement, fraud, and criminal breach of trust.
- The VB alleges that Dhillon misused funds meant for village development and failed to comply with proper procedures.
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Ongoing Investigation:
The VB is actively investigating the matter to uncover further details about the extent of the financial irregularities and identify any other individuals involved in the scam.
Previous Arrests:
Several individuals, including Sarpanches, Panchayat members, and former MLA Madan Lal Jalalpur, have been arrested in connection with this case in the past.
The arrest of Surinder Dhillon underscores the Punjab Vigilance Bureau’s commitment to combating corruption and ensuring transparency in public administration.
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