In a stern report on state corruption, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi informed the Assembly that 310 government officials have been arrested by the Vigilance department over the last five years.
The written disclosure came in response to inquiries from BJD MLA Ranendra Pratap Swain regarding financial irregularities and disproportionate assets.
The crackdown targets officials amassing wealth far beyond their legal income. Key highlights of the report include:
Total Arrests: 310 officials and employees.
Asset Seizures: Property seizure orders have been issued against 22 individuals.
Recovered Wealth: A staggering ₹40.84 crore has been seized by the Vigilance department so far.
The Chief Minister’s statement underscores a tightening grip on bureaucratic graft. As the state moves to liquidate seized assets, the message is clear: financial misconduct within the ranks will carry a heavy price.