NDMC officials under CBI scanner in CP works case

The CBI has taken up two preliminary enquiries (PEs) against NDMC officials and private contractors in connection with beautification work undertaken at Connaught Place (CP) and installation of street lights in areas under the civic body during the 2010 Commonwealth Games. The agency reportedly found prima facie evidence suggesting that funds were misappropriated.

The CBI will coordinate with the I-T department and

Enforcement Directorate to probe the alleged inflated budget during the award of contracts to private firms. Last year,the CBI had formed an SIT to look into instances of corruption and irregularities highlighted in the CAG report.