An anti‑corruption panel recently conducted searches at two firms associated with former Kolkata mayor Firhad Hakim. The operation, carried out in the city, involved a thorough sweep of the companies’ premises, including offices, storage areas and electronic records.
The panel’s move follows a broader probe into alleged irregularities linked to the mayor’s tenure. While the exact nature of the allegations remains unspecified, investigators have reportedly been looking for documents that could shed light on the firms’ financial dealings.
No official statement has yet been issued by Hakim or his office regarding the searches. The anti‑corruption body has confirmed that the operations were carried out under legal authority and that any evidence found will be forwarded to the relevant prosecutorial authorities.
The search underscores the continuing scrutiny of public officials in West Bengal, as authorities seek to hold individuals accountable for any misuse of public funds or corruption in office.
