Maharashtra Sadan Scam: Chhagan Bhujbal Acquitted in 10,000 Crore Case

• The 'Maharashtra Sadan Scam' involved allegations of corruption amounting to 10,000 crore rupees related to the construction of Maharashtra Sadan and Highmount Guest House in New Delhi.
• The case originated from a slum rehabilitation scheme in Andheri (West), Mumbai, where 'M/s Chamankar Enterprises' was to construct offices and residences.
• The government provided 21,000 square meters of TDR (Transfer of Development Rights) for the Delhi projects, which allegedly resulted in significant financial gain for the builder and Chhagan Bhujbal.
• BJP leader Kirit Somaiya first alleged the 10,000 crore scam in 2013, leading to a High Court petition by Anjali Damania of Aam Aadmi Party.
• Chhagan Bhujbal was imprisoned during the legal battle but has now been acquitted by both the Anti-Corruption Bureau (in 2021) and the ED's special court due to lack of evidence.

Why It Matters: Chhagan Bhujbal acquitted in the long-standing 10,000 crore Maharashtra Sadan Scam due to lack of evidence.