SVU Widens Net in Tender Scam; After 30-Hour Interrogation of Contractor Rishushri, Top Officials Now Under the Radar
Patna: The Special Vigilance Unit (SVU), which is investigating the state's widely discussed tender scam, has shifted the focus of its probe following an extensive interrogation of the accused contractor, Rishushri. Based on the statements provided during approximately 30 hours of rigorous questioning, the SVU team is now preparing to tighten the screws on influential figures, including IAS officers Sanjeev Hans and Mumukshu Chaudhary.
30 Hours of Intense Questioning: During his remand, the accused contractor, Rishushri, was subjected to 30 hours of continuous interrogation. According to sources, after initial non-cooperation, the contractor has provided significant leads regarding various financial transactions and the involvement of officials in the tender process.
Targeting Senior Officials: Based on the facts gathered during the questioning, the SVU is now investigating the roles of senior departmental officials, specifically Mumukshu Chaudhary and Sanjeev Hans. The SVU is working to determine what "commissions" these officials received in exchange for providing undue benefits to contractors.
Digital and Financial Evidence: The investigation agency is currently cross-referencing the contractor’s bank accounts, Call Detail Records (CDR), and digital documents related to tenders to legally establish the collusion between the officials and the contractor.
| Aspect | Status |
|---|---|
| Interrogation Duration | 30 hours (during remand) |
| Main Accused | Rishushri (Contractor) |
| Next Step | Potential summons or questioning of senior officials (Sanjeev Hans, Mumukshu Chaudhary) |
| Primary Focus | The nexus of irregularities and corruption in tender allocations |
Rishushri being in SVU custody and the surfacing of the names of high-ranking officials could prove to be the most significant breakthrough in this scam. If the SVU manages to gather solid evidence against these officials, it will represent a major crackdown within the state's administrative corridors. While SVU officials are maintaining complete silence on the matter for now, the indications are clear that the troubles for some high-ranking officials are likely to escalate in the coming days.
