August 13th 2024.
The state of Odisha was left in shock on Tuesday when Tara Prasad Mishra, a retired engineer, was arrested by vigilance officials. This came a day after authorities discovered that he had amassed disproportionate assets worth crores of rupees. Mishra, who had previously held the position of chief engineer in the public works department, was found to be in possession of 10 luxurious flats in Bhubaneswar and Jharsuguda, as well as seven plots of land, 2.55 kg of gold, and 370 grams of diamonds.
The vigilance department conducted simultaneous raids at nine locations in Bhubaneswar, Cuttack, and Jharsuguda on Monday, leading to the discovery of over Rs 2.70 crore in deposits, Rs 6 lakh in cash, and two expensive cars in Mishra's possession. On top of that, the investigation also revealed that Mishra had made trips to various foreign countries, including the USA, Thailand, Vietnam, UAE, Canada, Malaysia, and Singapore.
When questioned about the source of his income, Mishra failed to provide a satisfactory explanation. As a result, a case of corruption was registered against him at the Bhubaneswar Vigilance police station, leading to his arrest. This shocking turn of events has left many wondering how someone in a position of power and responsibility could have engaged in such illegal activities.
The officials involved in the case emphasized the significance of the vigilance department's actions in curbing corruption and holding individuals accountable for their actions. They also urged the public to come forward and report any suspicious activities that they may come across. This incident serves as a reminder that no one is above the law, and everyone must be held accountable for their actions, regardless of their status or position.
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