Archive · 8 Jan 2026
Rajasthan ACB Files Case Over Mid-Day Meal Scheme Fraud
The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) in Rajasthan has started a case against some officials and private companies.
They are accused of doing bad things with the Mid-Day Meal scheme for school kids during the COVID-19 pandemic.
The scheme gives food to students, but these people changed the rules to help some companies and made fake bills.
This caused the government to lose a lot of money, around Rs 2,000 crore.
The ACB is still investigating and will take action against those who are guilty.
The ACB has named 21 individuals, including government officials and private suppliers, in the case.
They are looking into fake invoices and other fraudulent activities.
ACB registered a case against officials and private firms for irregularities in the Mid-Day Meal scheme.
Alleged irregularities include rule changes to exclude eligible firms and favor selected companies.
Fake suppliers and transporters were allegedly used, with payments made on inflated and fake bills.
Estimated loss to the state exchequer is Rs 2,000 crore.
Further investigation is ongoing to determine the extent of the fraud and the roles of the accused.
- Who
- Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) in Rajasthan
- What
- Registered a case against officials and private firms for irregularities in the Mid-Day Meal scheme
- When
- January 8, 2024
- Where
- Rajasthan, India
- Why
- Alleged corruption and irregularities involving over Rs 2,000 crore
Government and ACB
Accused Officials and Private Firms
Alleged Irregularities
Government and ACB
The ACB alleges that officials and private firms colluded to manipulate procurement rules, exclude eligible firms, and favor selected companies, leading to a substantial financial loss.
Accused Officials and Private Firms
The accused parties have not yet publicly responded to the allegations, and their stance is not detailed in the articles.
- Estimated Loss
- Rs 2,000 crore
- Agency Involved
- Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB)
- Scheme Involved
- Mid-Day Meal Scheme
- Time Period
- During COVID-19 pandemic
- Key Accused
- Consumer federation officials and private firms
- Number of Accused
- 21 individuals
- Key Entities Involved
- Rajasthan State Cooperative Consumers’ Federation Limited (CONFED)
