Archive · 21 May 2025
MP Sarpanch Sacked for 'Leasing' Panchayat to Repay Loan
In Guna, MP, a sarpanch (village head) named Laxmi Bai allegedly 'leased' her panchayat to someone else to pay back a 20 lakh loan.
This meant another person took over the panchayat's work, which usually involves managing the area's budget for development.
After an investigation, Laxmi Bai was removed from her position on May 9th.
A police complaint was filed against the person who took over the panchayat.
The sarpanch's husband denied the charges.
The deal was made through a notarized affidavit on a Rs 100 stamp paper.
A sarpanch in Guna district, MP, allegedly leased her panchayat to repay a loan.
The deal was made for Karod panchayat in 2022.
Laxmi Bai, the sarpanch, was dismissed on May 9 following an investigation.
A police complaint was filed against Ranveer Singh Kushwaha, who allegedly took over the panchayat.
The sarpanch's husband denied that any money was taken.
- Who
- Laxmi Bai (sarpanch) and Ranveer Singh Kushwaha.
- What
- A sarpanch allegedly leased her panchayat to repay a loan.
- When
- The deal was made in 2022; Laxmi Bai was dismissed on May 9.
- Where
- Karod panchayat, Guna district, MP.
- Why
- To repay a loan of Rs 20 lakh.
Sarpanch's Perspective
Administration's Perspective
Loan for Elections
Sarpanch's Perspective
The charges are denied by the sarpanch's husband.
Administration's Perspective
The sarpanch took the money to contest in elections.
- Location
- Guna, MP
- Deal Year
- 2022
- Loan Amount
- Rs 20 lakh
- Dismissal Date
- May 9
- Sarpanch
- Laxmi Bai