Major Crackdown in Chhattisgarh: 22 Excise Officers Suspended in Connection with Liquor Scam

In a decisive move, the Chhattisgarh government has suspended 22 excise officials amidst investigations into the 3200 crore liquor scam that occurred between 2019 and 2023. The suspended officers face allegations of corruption and the accumulation of assets worth approximately 88 crore rupees through illegal means. The government’s action underscores its commitment to eradicating corruption, with the Chief Minister emphasizing the administration’s dedication to a transparent and accountable governance structure. The government is taking stringent steps to stop the sale of counterfeit liquor. The government is also thoroughly investigating other alleged scams such as the DMF scam, the Mahadev Satta App scam, and the tendu leaf scam. The state government is also implementing initiatives like the GEM portal, the e-office system and the Single Window System 2.0 to improve governance and transparency.