Minister Bawankule's Zero-Tolerance Raid Unveils Corruption
Maharashtra Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule conducted a raid in Nagpur, unearthing concealed cash and launching an investigation into bribery at the Sub-Registrar's office. He urged the public to report corruption, emphasizing the state’s zero-tolerance policy. Meanwhile, he reiterated the BJP’s support for Maratha community reservations.
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In a decisive move against corruption, Maharashtra Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule launched a surprise raid at the Sub-Registrar's office in Nagpur on Monday. This operation followed numerous complaints alleging bribery demands by officials, despite digitized processes meant to curtail such malpractices.
The raid uncovered money stashed away in an official's desk, signaling deep-rooted corruption that prompted the police to begin a thorough investigation. Minister Bawankule addressed the public, urging citizens to report any instances of bribery and reaffirming the government's zero-tolerance stance towards corruption. "We are committed to rooting out corruption and ensuring transparency," he emphatically declared. An ongoing investigation aims to address these serious allegations.
Concurrently, Minister Bawankule reiterated the BJP's support for the Maratha community's reservation demands. He highlighted efforts by the Devendra Fadnavis government to secure justice and empowerment for the community, crediting PM Modi and state leadership for significant progress. The 10% reservation under the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) was cited as a milestone in their endeavors.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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