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Haryana Rejects CBI's Plea Against 5 IAS Officers in Rs 504 Crore Fraud
✍️ The Indian Express
🗓 28 Oct 2026, 01:03 PM
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The Haryana government has rejected the CBI's request to prosecute five IAS officers accused of involvement in a Rs 504 crore fraud. The CBI had sought permission to file charges against the officers.
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) had approached the Haryana government seeking permission to prosecute five Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officers accused of involvement in a significant financial fraud. The alleged fraud amounts to Rs 504 crore. The CBI's request was based on evidence gathered during its investigation into the case. However, the Haryana government has decided to reject the CBI's plea, citing reasons that remain undisclosed. This decision has raised questions about the transparency and accountability of the investigation process.