Odisha Vigilance Conducts Raids on Block Development Officer Over Asset Allegations
In a significant move against corruption, the Odisha vigilance department has launched simultaneous raids targeting an additional block development officer (ABDO) accused of holding disproportionate assets. The operation involved a large team and covered multiple districts, including Jajpur and Bhubaneswar. This crackdown highlights ongoing efforts to address corruption within government ranks. Read on to learn more about the details of the raids and the implications of these actions.
| May 15, 2025, 14:19 IST
Vigilance Operations Targeting Corruption
Bhubaneswar: On Thursday morning, the Odisha vigilance department initiated coordinated raids at various properties and offices linked to an additional block development officer (ABDO), according to official reports.
The action was prompted by allegations of the officer's possession of disproportionate assets (DA) that exceed his legitimate income sources. A team consisting of eight Deputy Superintendents of Police (DSPs), nine inspectors, and additional personnel executed the search across seven different locations associated with the ABDO from the Dharmasala block in Jajpur district.
The raids spanned multiple districts, including Jajpur, Cuttack, Bhadrak, and Khurda (Bhubaneswar), as confirmed by the vigilance official.
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