In a significant development related to the alleged Rs 900 crore Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) scam, nine officers apprehended by the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) appeared before a special ACB court in Jaipur. The court has granted a three-day police custody remand for further questioning, despite the ACB’s request for a five-day remand under the Prevention of Corruption Act. The investigation into financial irregularities will continue as directed by the court.
The accused officers, escorted by the ACB team in a single vehicle, were seen carrying case-related documents upon their arrival at the court premises. Additionally, a lookout notice has been issued by the ACB against retired IAS officer Subodh Agarwal to prevent any potential attempt to flee the country during the ongoing probe.
Among the nine officers presented before the court are individuals holding various positions such as Chief Engineer (Administration), Chief Engineer (Rural), and Additional Chief Engineer, among others. The arrests are part of the ongoing ACB investigation into alleged financial and administrative irregularities within projects executed under the Jal Jeevan Mission.
Following searches conducted across multiple locations, including Jaipur, Udaipur, and Delhi, the ACB made these arrests in connection with suspected fraudulent billing and financial misappropriation linked to the Jal Jeevan Mission. The investigation is now focusing on the roles of contractors, senior officials, and other stakeholders involved in the purported scam, with further actions pending based on the findings during the remand period.
