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J&K Govt Announces 10 PWD Engineers Facing ACB, CBI Cases
✍️ Kashmir Life
🗓 26 Sep 2026, 11:46 AM
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The Jammu and Kashmir government informed the Legislative Assembly that ten serving Public Works Department engineers are under investigation by the Anti‑Corruption Bureau and the Central Bureau of Investigation.
During a recent session of the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly, the state government presented a report that ten serving engineers of the Public Works Department are currently facing cases before the Anti‑Corruption Bureau (ACB) and the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI).
The engineers, who hold senior positions within the PWD, are alleged to be involved in irregularities that have prompted investigations by both agencies. While the specific charges have not been disclosed publicly, the cases are part of a broader effort to curb corruption in public works.
The government stated that it is cooperating fully with the investigations and will take necessary action if the allegations are proven. It also assured that no official duties would be suspended pending the outcome of the inquiries.
The announcement underscores the increasing scrutiny of public officials in Jammu and Kashmir and signals the administration’s commitment to maintaining transparency in state projects.
The engineers, who hold senior positions within the PWD, are alleged to be involved in irregularities that have prompted investigations by both agencies. While the specific charges have not been disclosed publicly, the cases are part of a broader effort to curb corruption in public works.
The government stated that it is cooperating fully with the investigations and will take necessary action if the allegations are proven. It also assured that no official duties would be suspended pending the outcome of the inquiries.
The announcement underscores the increasing scrutiny of public officials in Jammu and Kashmir and signals the administration’s commitment to maintaining transparency in state projects.