Anti-Corruption Bureau Files Formal Charges in Hazaribag Land Scam Case
The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) has taken a significant step forward in the high-profile Hazaribag land scam case by filing a detailed charge-sheet at a special court in Hazaribag district. The charge-sheet names suspended IAS officer Vinay Choubey and several other individuals as accused, according to official sources familiar with the matter.
Core Allegations in the Land Scam
The case revolves around serious allegations of changing the nature and illegal mutation of government land in Hazaribag district. Authorities allege that the accused were involved in manipulating land records and unlawfully altering the status of public property, potentially causing significant financial loss to the state exchequer and undermining land governance systems.
Recent Developments and Legal Proceedings
This legal action follows the ACB's earlier move to take Vinay Choubey into five days of remand on January 30, 2024, for intensive questioning related to the scam. The remand period allowed investigators to gather crucial evidence and statements, which have now culminated in the formal charge-sheet being presented before the special court.
The filing of the charge-sheet marks a critical phase in the judicial process, setting the stage for potential trials and further legal scrutiny. It underscores the ACB's ongoing efforts to combat corruption at high levels of administration and ensure accountability in land management practices.
