Jamshedpur West MLA Seeks High-Level Probe, Raises Bank Deposit Discrepancy
Key Points:
- Saryu Roy claims Rs 160 crore energy department funds missing
- MLA says Canara Bank denied existence of department deposits
- Issue to be raised in upcoming Jharkhand Assembly session
JAMSHEDPUR – Jamshedpur West MLA Saryu Roy alleged a major financial irregularity in the state energy department.
The allegation was made through a social media post. Roy demanded a high-level probe from the chief minister.
He claimed public funds were involved in the alleged irregularity.
According to Roy, the energy department deposited nearly Rs 160 crore. The money was reportedly placed in Canara Bank and another bank.
However, officials later failed to verify the deposits.
When energy department officers contacted the banks, they received denial. Bank management stated no such deposits existed.
This discrepancy raised serious concerns, according to the MLA.
Roy termed the matter a grave financial lapse. He said missing records of such a large sum indicated a possible scam.
He stressed accountability for public money usage.
The Jamshedpur West legislator said he would raise the issue formally. He planned to question the government during the next Assembly session.
He sought clear answers from the administration.
Roy asserted that misuse of public funds would not be tolerated. He said the truth must come out.
He reiterated the need for transparency in financial dealings.
No official response has been issued so far. Neither the energy department nor the banks released statements.
The matter remained unresolved at the time of reporting.
The issue added to earlier political exchanges involving Saryu Roy.
Similar controversies previously involved Banna Gupta.
Earlier reports included allegations highlighted by Roy. One such case involved pharmacy council appointment.
Another dispute emerged during a department misconduct row.
Political sparring also continued in Jamshedpur.
One such clash was reported in an alleged scam allegation exchange.
