Bihar News : The Economic Offences Unit (EOU) conducted simultaneous raids on four premises linked to Saharsa District Programme Officer (DPO) Ajit Amar on Friday morning in connection with a disproportionate assets case.
The action was carried out after the EOU registered a case against the officer and obtained a search warrant from a special court.
Raids Conducted at Four Locations
The search operation covered the following locations:
- His ancestral residence in Raini village, under Daraunda police station in Siwan district.
- A rented house in Naya Bazar, Saharsa.
- His government office in Saharsa.
- His government residence in Gandak Colony, Chhapra.
Investigation Into Assets and Financial Records
EOU officials are examining documents related to movable and immovable assets, bank accounts, investments, financial transactions, and electronic devices recovered during the searches.
The agency has not yet released official details regarding any cash, valuables, or documents seized during the operation.
Search Operation Still Underway
According to the EOU, the search is still in progress. A detailed report on the seizure of cash, jewellery, property documents, and other evidence will be released after the operation is completed.
Officials said the scope of the investigation could be expanded if fresh evidence emerges during the raids.
Alleged Assets Beyond Known Income
Ajit Amar is currently serving as the District Programme Officer (DPO) in Saharsa.
The EOU said its preliminary investigation found that he had allegedly accumulated assets significantly exceeding his known sources of income.
According to the agency, the initial inquiry revealed disproportionate assets worth ₹62.20 lakh, which is approximately 72.35% higher than his known legitimate income.
Based on these findings, a case was registered against him on August 6 under the relevant provisions of the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988 (as amended in 2018).
The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are expected to disclose further details after the completion of the search operation.
