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Crime
Balaghat Rice Scam: No Evidence Found
✍️ Amar Ujala · Madhya Pradesh
🗓 14 Jul 2026, 10:17 PM
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Investigation into the Balaghat rice case has found no evidence of a 1160 crore scam. The focus is now on the supply chain and potential network of transporters and rice mill owners.
The investigation into the Balaghat rice case has revealed that the alleged scam of 1160 crore may not be true. The probe has found that the supply chain of government rice has been compromised, with potential involvement of transporters, rice mill owners, and warehouse employees. The investigation has so far questioned 50 people in connection with the case. The focus is now on identifying the weaknesses in the supply chain and the network of individuals involved. The case has raised concerns about the management of government rice supplies and the need for stricter oversight.