Archive · 31 Oct 2025
CBI to Take Over Odisha SI Recruitment Scam Probe
Imagine there was a big test to become a police officer in Odisha, but some people think the test was unfair and others cheated.
The police who first looked into it, called the Crime Branch, found it tricky because some people involved might have gone to other countries.
So, the Odisha government decided to ask a bigger, national police group called the CBI to take over.
This is like calling in the super detectives to figure out the whole mystery.
The Crime Branch will give the CBI all the clues they have found so far.
The CBI will then start their own investigation to make sure everything is fair for everyone who wants to be a police officer.
The CBI will soon formally take over the investigation into the Odisha SI recruitment scam.
The Odisha Crime Branch confirmed the transfer, citing inter-state ramifications.
The decision was approved by Chief Minister Mohan Majhi following public demand for transparency.
Procedural formalities are causing a slight delay in the CBI's official takeover.
The alleged prime suspect, Shankar Prusty, is believed to have fled to Dubai, complicating the investigation.
- Who
- Odisha Crime Branch, CBI, Chief Minister Mohan Majhi
- What
- Investigation into the Odisha Police Sub-Inspector (SI) recruitment scam is being transferred to the CBI.
- When
- Crime Branch DG confirmed the transfer on Thursday, with formal takeover expected shortly.
- Where
- Odisha, India
- Why
- To ensure a fair and transparent probe into alleged recruitment irregularities with inter-state links.
Crime Branch's Role
CBI's Role
Investigation Scope
Crime Branch's Role
The Crime Branch initially led the investigation and gathered updated case files and evidence.
CBI's Role
The CBI will assume full control and carry forward the investigation with its own team.
Handling Complexities
Crime Branch's Role
The Crime Branch is cooperating and will share verified information, but faces challenges in tracing inter-state links and the prime suspect.
CBI's Role
The government believes the CBI is better equipped to handle the case due to its potential inter-state ramifications and national reach.
- Investigating Agency Transfer
- Odisha Crime Branch to CBI
- Reason for Transfer
- Inter-state ramifications and demand for transparent probe
- Status of Prime Suspect
- Believed to have fled to Dubai
- New Head of Investigation
- Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI)
- Approving Authority
- Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Majhi