CBI Cracks Down on IRS Officer in Corruption Case

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) initiated searches at 11 locations across Gujarat and Rajasthan on Thursday as part of a probe into a high-profile corruption case involving 2005-batch IRS officer Santosh Karnani. Officials confirmed the operation targeted premises in Gandhinagar, Ahmedabad, and Jaipur linked to Karnani, his associates, and his family.

This major law enforcement action comes following allegations against Karnani and his wife under the Prevention of Corruption Act. They are accused of accumulating substantial assets exceeding their declared sources of income, raising red flags for investigators.

The sweeping searches illustrate the intensity of the CBI's efforts to clamp down on corruption within high-ranking government circles. The case is expected to uncover intricate networks and possible financial discrepancies involving public officials.

(With inputs from agencies.)