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Assam's vigilance cell has seized over Rs 1.7 crore in cash and valuable jewelry from a circle officer's residence. The raids targeted Nupur Bora, who is accused of involvement in a major land scam during her posting in Barpeta. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma stated that the officer unlawfully transferred lands belonging to Hindu people to illegal infiltrators. The investigation is ongoing with multiple bank lockers still being examined for further evidence.

Key Points: Assam Vigilance Seizes Rs 1.7 Crore Cash From Circle Officer Nupur Bora

  • Raids conducted by CM's Special Vigilance Cell on multiple premises
  • Rs 1.7 crore cash seized along with gold and diamond jewelry
  • Officer accused of land scam involving illegal infiltrators
  • Multiple bank lockers in Barpeta and Golaghat under scrutiny
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Assam: More than Rs 1.7 crore cash seized from govt official's house

Assam vigilance raids uncover Rs 1.7 crore cash & gold from Circle Officer Nupur Bora's house in Guwahati, linked to alleged land scam and corruption charges.

"Nupur Bora unlawfully transferred lands of Hindu people to illegal infiltrators while she was posted in Barpeta. - Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma"

Guwahati, Sep 15

The Chief Minister’s Special Vigilance Cell (SVC), Assam, on Monday carried out extensive raids at multiple premises linked to Nupur Bora, Circle Officer of Goroimari revenue circle in Kamrup district, and her alleged associate, Lat Mandal Surajit Deka of Barpeta, in connection with corruption charges and seized at least Rs 1.7 crore along with gold ornaments.

According to officials, a large quantity of gold and diamond jewellery was seized from Bora’s flat at Gotanagar in Guwahati’s Maligaon area, along with at least Rs 1 crore 70 lakh cash. The seized currency is being verified with the assistance of the State Bank of India (SBI).

Sources also indicated that Bora holds multiple bank lockers in Barpeta and Golaghat, which are now under scrutiny by vigilance authorities.

Meanwhile, the vigilance officials also recovered at least Rs 10 lakh in cash from Bora’s associate Surajit Deka’s residence in Dangarkuchi in Barpeta district. The raids were launched in the early hours on Monday, soon after Bora and Deka returned to Guwahati late Sunday night following a brief trip to Arunachal Pradesh.

Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma told reporters here, “Nupur Bora unlawfully transferred lands of Hindu people to illegal infiltrators while she was posted in Barpeta. This officer was on the radar of the vigilance cell for the last six months. Today, her house was raided by vigilance officials, and more than Rs 1 crore 70 lakhs was seized. The government will take strict action against the corrupt officer.”

Bora, who entered the Assam Civil Service in 2019, has previously served in Barpeta and Karbi Anglong. During her posting in Barpeta, she allegedly became embroiled in a multi-crore land scam. After Bora’s transfer to Goroimari in the Kamrup district, fresh complaints of corruption surfaced, including charges of large-scale irregularities in land-related matters. The latest operation is part of a wider investigation into these allegations.

“The raids are still underway. The total extent of disproportionate assets will only be known once the searches are completed and the lockers are examined,” a vigilance official said.

- IANS

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Priya S
Transferring Hindu lands to illegal infiltrators? This is not just corruption but a threat to national security. Hope the investigation goes deep and exposes everyone involved.
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Aman Q
Just joined service in 2019 and already accumulated crores? This shows how deep the corruption runs in our system. Need more such raids across departments!
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Sarah B
While I appreciate the vigilance action, I hope this isn't just selective targeting for political gains. Corruption should be fought uniformly regardless of political connections.
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Vikram M
Gold, diamonds, multiple lockers - this is just the tip of the iceberg. Imagine how many such officers are still enjoying ill-gotten wealth. Time for complete system overhaul!
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Nikhil C
The land scam angle is particularly concerning. In Assam, land issues are very sensitive. Officers playing with land records for money deserve the strictest punishment. 👍
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Kavya N
Hope the recovered money goes back to the people she cheated. So many families must have suffered because of her corrupt practices. Justice should be served properly.

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