MP Village 'Time Travels': Future Internet Bills Charged, Scientists Baffled!

• A Gram Panchayat in Dindori district, Madhya Pradesh, allegedly charged internet bills for 36 months (₹36,000) within a 12-month period, effectively billing for 2026, 2027, and 2028.
• The internet expense for Panchayats increased from ₹500 to ₹1,000 per month from February 2025, meaning a maximum bill of ₹12,000 for 12 months.
• The shopkeeper, Amit Sahu, whose name was on the bills, claimed he only provided 'blank bills' with 'recharge' written, unaware of the inflated figures filled in.
• This incident follows a similar 'cashew-almond' scam in Bhadwahi Panchayat, Shahdol district, where 14 kg of dry fruits were allegedly consumed in an hour, but villagers only received dal-khichdi.
• SDM has assured an investigation and recovery of funds, highlighting a pattern of corruption in government schemes.