The total amount seized from the two auditors came to Rs 14,38,340. Both men are now being questioned to find out the source of the money. Searches linked to the case are continuing at other locations under the Prevention of Corruption Act (disproportionate assets angle).
Acting on a tip- off, the Odisha Vigilance intercepted two auditors of the ST and SC Development Department late last night in Baripada and seized ₹14,38,340 in suspected ill gotten cash. The accused officials were travelling in an official District Welfare Office (DWO) Scorpio vehicle fr