SI Scam / ED Raids 9 Locations in Odisha Police SI Recruitment Scam Probe
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The ED launched searches at nine locations in connection with the Odisha Police SI recruitment examination scam, including the residence of alleged middleman Munna Mohanty in Kalapathar.
Bhubaneswar, Oct 9: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Friday has launched searches at nine locations in connection with the Odisha Police Sub-Inspector (SI) recruitment examination scam.
The searches are being conducted at the residence of Munna Mohanty, an alleged middleman who was arrested in the case and is currently in jail, in Kalapathar. Premises linked to Shankar Prusty of Panch Soft and Suresh Nayak of Silicon Tech are also being searched.
The ED action comes amid the ongoing investigation into alleged irregularities in the recruitment process. The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) is investigating the case and has filed chargesheets against several people. The ED searches follow revelations of financial transactions worth crores of rupees in connection with the case.
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CBI Examines Recruitment Process
The Odisha Police SI recruitment scam took a significant turn last month, with the role of senior IPS officer Susanta Nath coming under the scanner of the CBI.
The searches are being conducted at the residence of Munna Mohanty, an alleged middleman who was arrested in the case and is currently in jail, in Kalapathar. Premises linked to Shankar Prusty of Panch Soft and Suresh Nayak of Silicon Tech are also being searched.
The ED action comes amid the ongoing investigation into alleged irregularities in the recruitment process. The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) is investigating the case and has filed chargesheets against several people. The ED searches follow revelations of financial transactions worth crores of rupees in connection with the case.
Also Read: CBI Nabs EMRS Principal in Nuapada Bribery Case: What Happened?
CBI Examines Recruitment Process
The Odisha Police SI recruitment scam took a significant turn last month, with the role of senior IPS officer Susanta Nath coming under the scanner of the CBI.
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According to information emerging from the CBI investigation, Nath had served as the chairman of the Odisha Police Recruitment Board (OPRB), which was responsible for conducting the recruitment examination for the posts of police SI and equivalent positions.
The examination was scheduled to be held on October 5 and 6, 2025. However, allegations of irregularities in the recruitment process led to a wider investigation by the CBI.
Recruitment Process Under Scanner
The CBI investigation covers the examination process, including the role of the agency engaged to conduct the test, the OPRB and other people associated with the recruitment process.
The CBI has reportedly communicated details of its investigation to the Odisha government through an official letter. The development has brought renewed attention to the functioning of the recruitment board and the responsibilities of those holding key positions during the examination process.
The examination was scheduled to be held on October 5 and 6, 2025. However, allegations of irregularities in the recruitment process led to a wider investigation by the CBI.
Recruitment Process Under Scanner
The CBI investigation covers the examination process, including the role of the agency engaged to conduct the test, the OPRB and other people associated with the recruitment process.
The CBI has reportedly communicated details of its investigation to the Odisha government through an official letter. The development has brought renewed attention to the functioning of the recruitment board and the responsibilities of those holding key positions during the examination process.
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