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Hajipur municipal clerk Manish Kumar reinstated after assets‑case suspension
✍️ Amar Ujala · Bihar
🗓 23 Sep 2026, 01:01 PM
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Manish Kumar, the suspended clerk of Hajipur Nagar Parishad, has had his suspension lifted following an investigation by the Economic Offences Wing into his undisclosed assets.
The Hajipur Nagar Parishad in Bihar has restored Manish Kumar to his position as clerk after a period of suspension. Kumar was initially suspended after the Economic Offences Wing opened a case alleging that his assets exceeded his known sources of income.
The assets case, filed under the "disproportionate assets" provisions, prompted the municipal council to remove Kumar from duties pending further inquiry. Over the subsequent weeks, the investigation concluded without any additional punitive action, leading the council to revoke the suspension.
Officials said the decision reflects the completion of due process and the absence of evidence warranting continued disciplinary action. Kumar is expected to resume his administrative responsibilities immediately.
The council also reiterated its commitment to transparency and accountability in municipal appointments, emphasizing that any future allegations will be addressed promptly.
The assets case, filed under the "disproportionate assets" provisions, prompted the municipal council to remove Kumar from duties pending further inquiry. Over the subsequent weeks, the investigation concluded without any additional punitive action, leading the council to revoke the suspension.
Officials said the decision reflects the completion of due process and the absence of evidence warranting continued disciplinary action. Kumar is expected to resume his administrative responsibilities immediately.
The council also reiterated its commitment to transparency and accountability in municipal appointments, emphasizing that any future allegations will be addressed promptly.