Odisha: Two Arrested for Embezzling Rs 3.67 Crore Government Funds

• Two individuals arrested in Sambalpur, Odisha, for alleged embezzlement of Rs 3.67 crore government funds from an excise office.
• Arrests followed a complaint by the deputy commissioner of excise after audit authorities detected financial irregularities.
• A suspended junior assistant and a retired employee of the department have been apprehended.
• Investigation revealed unauthorized sanction orders via IFMS portal led to excess withdrawal of pension and salary arrears.
• Police seized Rs 23.46 lakh cash and froze Rs 44 lakh in bank accounts; further investigation is ongoing.

Key Question Answered

Could more officials be involved in this financial scam?

Yes, multiple officials could be involved in financial scams.