By Neeraj Kumar
Patna: The Economic Offences Unit (EOU) has intensified its investigation into the paper leak scandals in various competitive examinations in Bihar. A press conference held on Monday at the Police Headquarters was addressed by ADG Headquarters Kundan Krishnan, EOU ADG Sunil Kumar, and EOU DIG Manavjit Singh Dhillon. ADG Krishnan announced that prime suspect Sanjeev Mukhiya remains under the radar, with plans to confiscate all his assets.
No Evidence of Paper Leak in 70th BPSC Exam
DIG Manavjit Singh Dhillon clarified that no evidence of a paper leak has been found in the 70th BPSC examination. The alleged irregularities at Bapu Examination Campus in Patna fall under the jurisdiction of the district administration. He further revealed that since 2012, the EOU has handled 10 cases of examination-related fraud, with 545 individuals implicated. Charge sheets have been filed against 250 accused, and the remaining cases are under investigation.
For the BPSC TRE 3 paper leak, 280 individuals have been accused, with charge sheets expected within two weeks. The total number of accused in this case will exceed 400.
Constable Recruitment Leak Unveils New Pattern
The constable recruitment paper leak has exposed a new modus operandi involving online examination centres. Some centres are being operated under fake licences, issued in one name but managed by others. The EOU has requested a list of such centres from State and Central GST authorities to enhance monitoring.
DIG Dhillon warned that action under the PMLA Act would be taken against both licence holders and operators if they are found complicit in paper leaks.
Action Against Irregular Examination Centres and Coaching Operators
The EOU plans to confiscate the movable and immovable properties of 12 centres found guilty of irregularities in the CHO examination conducted by the Health Department. A database of individuals and mafias involved in examination malpractices across states has been prepared. A separate cell has been established to track and act against such culprits.
Three prominent coaching operators in Bihar have also been implicated in the TRE 3 paper leak. Evidence against them has been gathered, and action will commence shortly, revealing their identities. Public servants involved in the leaks are also under investigation.
Focus on Assets of Key Accused
ADG Kundan Krishnan reiterated that confiscation of Sanjeev Mukhiya’s properties is imminent. A family tree of all accused is being prepared to identify beneficiaries of the illegal assets. Investigators will evaluate the source of income and spending patterns, including anomalies like possession of high-end items without legitimate means.
“The entire financial trail will be scrutinised to ensure accountability and justice,” he added.
