Pilibhit College Accountant Suspended for Rs 1 Crore Treasury Fraud
A Class IV employee serving as an accountant at Janata Inter College in Bisalpur, Pilibhit district, has been suspended following the discovery of his alleged involvement in a significant financial fraud. The accused, identified as Ilham Shamsi, is suspected of orchestrating the illicit transfer of more than Rs 1 crore from the district treasury to his wife's personal savings account.
District Magistrate Orders Suspension and Legal Action
District Magistrate Gyanendra Singh took decisive action by ordering the suspension of Ilham Shamsi on Friday. In a formal statement, Singh confirmed that legal proceedings, including the filing of a First Information Report (FIR), will be initiated promptly to address the serious allegations. This move underscores the administration's commitment to tackling corruption and ensuring accountability in public institutions.
Bank Alert Uncovers 98 Suspicious Transactions
The fraudulent activities came to light when the chief manager of the Bank of Baroda's main branch in Pilibhit raised an alarm with the district magistrate. The bank official reported a series of 98 suspicious credit transactions occurring between September 12, 2024, and December 3, 2025. These transfers, which averaged over Rs 7 lakh per month, were systematically directed into the account of Shamsi's wife, Arshi Khatoon, raising red flags about potential embezzlement.
Education Department Initiates Further Investigations
District Inspector of Schools Rajiv Kumar, who issued the official suspension order, provided additional details regarding the ongoing response. Kumar stated that the matter of Shamsi's attachment to another college during his suspension period will be reviewed and addressed on Monday. Furthermore, he announced the formation of a separate inquiry panel specifically tasked with conducting a thorough investigation into Shamsi's actions. "A separate inquiry panel will also be formed to conduct an inquiry against him," Kumar emphasized, highlighting the multi-faceted approach being taken to ensure a comprehensive probe.
The case has sent shockwaves through the local community, drawing attention to vulnerabilities in financial oversight within educational institutions. Authorities are now focused on unraveling the full extent of the scam and implementing measures to prevent similar incidents in the future, as the legal process unfolds against the accused accountant.
