Archive · 26 Jun 2025
Delhi ACB Books AAP Leaders in Hospital Infrastructure Probe
Delhi's ACB is investigating former health ministers Saurabh Bhardwaj and Satyendar Jain for alleged corruption in the building of hospitals.
The investigation began after a complaint by a BJP leader, citing delays and cost increases in several projects.
Specifically, a big ICU hospital project is only half-done after almost three years, way behind schedule.
Other clinics also had cost increases.
The authorities suspect misuse of funds and are looking into whether rules were broken.
An FIR has been filed against Saurabh Bhardwaj and Satyendar Jain.
The FIR concerns alleged corruption in health infrastructure projects in Delhi.
The Anti-Corruption Branch (ACB) filed the FIR after a complaint by Vijender Gupta.
The projects in question include 24 hospitals costing Rs 5,590 crore.
The investigation involves delayed projects and financial irregularities.
- Who
- Saurabh Bhardwaj and Satyendar Jain are accused; Vijender Gupta filed the complaint.
- What
- An FIR was filed against Saurabh Bhardwaj and Satyendar Jain for corruption.
- When
- June 26, 2025
- Where
- Delhi, regarding health infrastructure projects.
- Why
- Due to alleged irregularities and financial violations in hospital projects.
ACB/Vijender Gupta's Stance
AAP's Stance
Evidence
ACB/Vijender Gupta's Stance
There is substantial evidence of corruption and rule violations.
AAP's Stance
The projects were delayed, and costs increased without explanation.
Motivation
ACB/Vijender Gupta's Stance
The investigation is justified due to financial mismanagement.
AAP's Stance
The investigation is a political witch hunt.
- Case Filed By
- Anti-Corruption Branch (ACB)
- Accused
- Saurabh Bhardwaj and Satyendar Jain
- Complaint Filed By
- Vijender Gupta
- Projects Involved
- 24 Hospital Projects
- Original Project Cost
- Rs 5,590 crore
Sources
ACB registers FIR against AAP’s former Delhi health ministers Saurabh Bharadwaj, Satyendar Jain
ACB registers case against former AAP ministers Satyendar Jain, Saurabh Bharadwaj
Saurabh Bharadwaj, Satyendar Jain Booked in Hospital Scam
ACB files FIR against AAP leaders, Bharadwaj, Jain, in hospital case
AAP’s Saurabh Bharadwaj, Satyendra Jain booked in alleged hospital scam
AAP Leaders Call Case Against 2 Delhi Ex Ministers "Political Vendetta"