Stunning Corruption Bust: Assam Civil Services Officer Arrested After Gold, Cash Haul Exceeding Rs 2.5 Crore

In a dramatic development that has sent shockwaves through Assam's administrative circles, an Assam Civil Services (ACS) officer, Sukanya Borah, currently serving as the Deputy Secretary in the Border Protection and Development Department, has been apprehended following a massive anti-corruption operation.

Raids conducted by the vigilant Directorate of Vigilance and Anti-Corruption (DVAC) at her Guwahati residence have unearthed an astonishing cache of gold and cash, collectively valued at over Rs 2.5 crore.

The DVAC's meticulous investigation led to the discovery of Rs 49.24 lakh in crisp currency notes, an estimated 1 kg of gold worth approximately Rs 60 lakh, and a significant 1.8 kg of gold ornaments valued at around Rs 1.1 crore.

This staggering haul has further intensified scrutiny into Borah's alleged possession of assets disproportionate to her known sources of income.

Borah's arrest marks a significant victory in the state's ongoing battle against corruption. The case against her has been registered under various stringent sections of the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988.

This isn't Borah's first brush with the law; her name surfaced in corruption probes earlier this year, adding a layer of complexity to her current predicament.

Sources within the DVAC indicate that the recent raids are a direct continuation of a previous bribery case where Borah was allegedly caught red-handed accepting illicit funds.

In May 2023, she, along with her father, a former government employee, was arrested for reportedly taking a bribe of Rs 10,000. This earlier incident seemingly opened the floodgates to a broader investigation into her financial dealings and lifestyle.

The scale of the seizure at her residence paints a grim picture of systemic corruption, highlighting the critical role of vigilance agencies in upholding public trust.

The DVAC has reaffirmed its commitment to rooting out corruption at all levels of government, promising a thorough and impartial investigation into this high-profile case. Further details are expected to emerge as the inquiry progresses, potentially revealing more about the extent of the alleged malpractices.