In a significant development in the ongoing investigation of a major paddy procurement scandal, Haryana authorities have taken stringent action against two rice mills allegedly involved in fraudulent activities. The state government has frozen seven bank accounts belonging to these mills as evidence mounts in the corruption case.
Massive Financial Fraud Uncovered
The Haryana Food, Civil Supplies, and Consumer Affairs Department has identified substantial irregularities in paddy procurement operations during the recent marketing season. Seven bank accounts associated with two separate rice mills have been completely frozen as part of the crackdown on alleged corruption in the government's procurement system.
According to official reports, the frozen accounts contain significant amounts of money that were allegedly obtained through fraudulent means. The department's investigation revealed that the mills in question had been involved in systematic manipulation of procurement records and financial transactions.
Multiple FIRs Registered in Ambala
The scope of the investigation has widened with four separate First Information Reports (FIRs) already registered in connection with the procurement scam. All these cases have been filed in Ambala district, indicating the concentration of fraudulent activities in this region.
Law enforcement agencies have intensified their probe into the operations of numerous rice mills suspected of being involved in similar fraudulent practices. The investigation team is examining procurement documents, financial records, and transaction details to uncover the full extent of the scam.
Systematic Corruption in Procurement Process
Preliminary findings suggest that the accused mills employed various illegal methods to defraud the government procurement system. These include submitting fake bills, manipulating quality assessments, and creating bogus documentation for paddy that was never actually procured from farmers.
The state government has emphasized its zero-tolerance policy toward corruption in food grain procurement, which directly affects both farmers and public distribution systems. Special investigation teams are working to identify all individuals and entities involved in the fraudulent network.
Authorities have warned that similar action will be taken against any other rice mills found involved in corrupt practices during procurement operations. The department has also initiated measures to strengthen monitoring mechanisms to prevent such scams in future procurement seasons.
The frozen bank accounts will remain inaccessible to the mill owners until the investigation is complete and legal proceedings determine the final disposition of the seized funds. The case has drawn significant attention to the vulnerabilities in the state's agricultural procurement system.
