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Bihar: Vigilance Raid Uncovers ₹1.87 Crore Cash at Education Officer’s Residence


In a major crackdown, the Bihar Vigilance Department raided the residence of West Champaran District Education Officer (DEO) Rajnikant Praveen in Bettiah, unearthing a staggering ₹1.87 crore in cash.
The sheer volume of notes required the use of counting machines. The raids, which began early in the morning, are ongoing at multiple locations linked to Praveen, including his rented residence on Bettiah-Sariswa Road, his office, and properties in Darbhanga, Madhubani, Samastipur, and other areas.
Massive Haul of Cash and Property Documents
The vigilance team discovered bundles of ₹500 notes, filling two beds, during the search operations. Along with the cash, documents related to movable and immovable assets were also recovered. The investigation is being conducted under the directive of Bihar Special Vigilance Unit ADG Pankaj Kumar Darad.
The raids are linked to allegations of disproportionate assets and corruption, with initial estimates suggesting the officer may possess wealth exceeding ₹3 crore.
Wife's School Under Scrutiny
Praveen’s wife, who runs a private school, is also under the scanner. Allegations have surfaced that the school was financed through his illicit earnings.
Locations and Security Measures
The raids are not limited to Bettiah. Properties in Samastipur, which is his in-laws’ residence, and other locations are also being searched. A heavy police presence has been deployed at the DEO’s Bettiah residence to maintain law and order.
Access to the house has been restricted, with no one allowed to enter or exit during the operation.
Corruption Allegations and Past Record
Rajnikant Praveen, a 45th batch officer of Bihar's State Education Department, has been serving in the education sector for nearly two decades, starting his career in 2005. He has been posted in Bettiah for the last three years, during which teacher organizations have accused him of corruption.
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