CBI Files Third Chargesheet Against 19 Accused in Haryana Government Funds Misappropriation Case
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has filed its third chargesheet against 19 accused persons in connection with the alleged misappropriation of government funds belonging to various departments and organisations of the Haryana Government. The chargesheet was filed on September 2, 2026, before the Special Judge, CBI Cases, Panchkula.
The case involves alleged financial irregularities concerning government funds maintained with IDFC FIRST Bank and AU Small Finance Bank. According to the investigation, the alleged fraud involved government money amounting to approximately Rs. 504 crore.
Six IAS Officers Among 19 Accused
The latest chargesheet names:
- Six IAS officers of the Haryana cadre.
- Three officials of IDFC FIRST Bank.
- One official of AU Small Finance Bank.
- Nine other officials of the Haryana Government.
The accused have been chargesheeted for alleged offences under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) and the Prevention of Corruption Act. The allegations include criminal conspiracy, cheating, forgery, destruction of evidence, use of forged documents, falsification of accounts, criminal breach of trust, abetment, bribery and criminal misconduct.
How the Alleged Financial Fraud Took Place
The CBI investigation alleges that certain public servants and bank officials acted together as part of an organised financial fraud.
Government funds belonging to eight Haryana departments and organisations were allegedly transferred from designated banks to selected branches of IDFC FIRST Bank and AU Small Finance Bank. The investigation indicates that the transfers were allegedly made in violation of financial safeguards and guidelines issued by the Haryana Government’s Finance Department.
The funds were allegedly diverted to third-party accounts that had no legitimate connection with the concerned government departments. Investigators further allege that the money was moved through multiple bank accounts, creating a layered transaction trail, before being converted into cash.
Government Organisations Reportedly Affected
The alleged financial irregularities affected several Haryana government departments and organisations, including:
- Panchayati Raj Department
- Municipal Corporations of Panchkula and Kalka
- Haryana School Shiksha Pariyojna Parishad
- Haryana Labour Welfare Board
- Haryana State Agricultural Marketing Board
- Haryana State Pollution Control Board
- Haryana Power Generation Corporation Limited
The alleged financial loss or misappropriation involved in the case is reported to be Rs. 504 crore.
Investigation and Previous Chargesheets
The CBI took over the investigation following a request from the Haryana Government and assumed the case from the Haryana State Vigilance and Anti-Corruption Bureau.
Before the latest chargesheet, the CBI had already filed chargesheets against 18 other accused persons, including bank officials, government employees, private individuals and private companies. With the latest filing, the total number of chargesheeted persons in the case has risen to 37.
The agency has reportedly conducted 54 searches and recovered or seized incriminating material, including gold valued at approximately Rs. 20 crore. So far, 26 accused persons have been arrested in connection with the investigation.
CBI’s Further Investigation
The CBI has stated that further investigation against other suspected persons and accused will continue. The agency is also working to trace the complete flow of allegedly misappropriated government funds and identify the proceeds of the alleged crime.
The investigation highlights the importance of financial controls, banking oversight and compliance mechanisms in protecting public funds from fraud and misuse. The allegations, however, remain subject to judicial proceedings and determination by the competent court