Government Engineer Arrested in Odisha for Alleged Corruption: Shocking Asset Discovery!

In a significant corruption case, an Assistant Executive Engineer in Odisha has been arrested by the Vigilance department for allegedly amassing assets far exceeding his known income. The investigation revealed properties worth crores, including multiple flats and plots, alongside substantial bank deposits. This case highlights ongoing efforts to combat corruption within government ranks. Read on to learn more about the shocking discoveries made during the raids.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jun 1, 2025, 19:45 IST

Corruption Uncovered in Odisha

Bhubaneswar: A government engineer in Odisha has been taken into custody by the Vigilance department on charges of accumulating wealth beyond his legitimate income sources, according to official reports.

N Dillip Kumar Choudhury, who serves as the Assistant Executive Engineer (AEE) for the Road and Building Division-I in Berhampur, was arrested following the discovery of significant disproportionate assets linked to him.

During the investigation, officials uncovered a double-storey property valued at Rs 1 crore and a flat worth Rs 50 lakh in Berhampur. Additionally, another flat in Bhubaneswar was appraised at Rs 1 crore, along with 11 plots in Berhampur and surrounding areas, collectively estimated to be worth around Rs 2 crore.

Moreover, the search revealed bank and insurance deposits totaling nearly Rs 30 lakh, along with two motorcycles and household items valued at over Rs 16 lakh.

The Anti-corruption Department has initiated legal proceedings against Choudhury.