Gujarat: Six Fake Irrigation Offices Used to Siphon Rs 22 Crore from Government Funds
· India · Times of India, Indian Express, Moneycontrol
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has uncovered a scam in Dahod district where six fake government offices were created to fraudulently obtain irrigation department funds. The accused impersonated officials, forged documents, and channeled Rs 22.70 crore through 18 intermediary accounts. Proceeds were laundered via property purchases and mutual fund investments linked to Abubakar Jakirali Saiyad and his associates. The ED attached assets, including seven land parcels and bank accounts. The scheme involved collusion with government officials to approve fictitious works.
Why it matters
This scam highlights systemic fraud in public fund disbursement, depriving citizens of resources meant for infrastructure. The scale of Rs 22 crore underscores vulnerabilities in financial oversight mechanisms.
Read the original report — Times of India
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