In a significant development that has sent shockwaves through Punjab's law enforcement circles, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has registered a fresh disproportionate assets case against suspended Deputy Inspector General (DIG) Paramraj Singh Umranangal.
The federal agency has uncovered a complex web of properties and financial assets allegedly accumulated by the senior police officer that appear to be grossly disproportionate to his known sources of income.
Properties Worth Crores Under Scanner
According to CBI sources, the investigation has revealed that Umranangal amassed movable and immovable properties worth several crores through his family members and other associates. These assets include:
- Residential and commercial properties in prime locations
- Substantial bank deposits and investments
- Other valuable assets acquired over several years
The agency is currently scrutinizing documents related to these properties and financial transactions to establish the money trail and determine the exact value of assets that cannot be accounted for through legitimate income sources.
Ongoing Legal Troubles
This isn't the first time Umranangal has found himself in legal trouble. The senior police officer was already suspended from service and facing investigation in multiple cases, including the high-profile 2015 Kotkapura firing incident.
The fresh DA case adds another layer of complexity to his existing legal challenges and raises serious questions about corruption within the police department.
Investigation Timeline and Next Steps
The CBI has initiated a comprehensive investigation that will involve:
<- Detailed scrutiny of property documents and financial records
- Examination of bank statements and transaction histories
- Recording statements of family members and associates
- Verification of income sources and asset declarations
Investigators are expected to question Umranangal and his family members in the coming days as they work to build a watertight case.
The development comes as part of the central agency's ongoing efforts to combat corruption among public servants, particularly in law enforcement agencies where such cases attract significant public attention and erode trust in the system.
