Government engineer throws cash out of window during raid, Rs 2.1 crore seized
The extensive operation was led by eight Deputy Superintendents of Police, 12 Inspectors, six Assistant Sub-Inspectors, and several other personnel. The searches were carried out under search warrants issued by the Special Judge, Vigilance, Angul.Premises under scrutiny include: a double-storeyed residential house in Angul, a Flat in Bhubaneswara, a flat at Siula in Puri, a relative's house in Angul, Sarangi's paternal house in Angul, a double-storeyed paternal building in Angul, his office chamber at the Chief Engineer's office, BhubaneswarCounting of the seized cash is being conducted using counting machines. 'The total amount unearthed is Rs.2.1 crores approx,' officials confirmed.advertisementVigilance officials said that the raids are ongoing and a detailed assessment of Sarangi's assets is underway.
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