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Suvendu Adhikari Accuses Hill Administration of Corruption, Threatens Jail

Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari has publicly accused the hill administration of widespread corruption. He warned that officials who have misappropriated funds will be prosecuted and jailed, emphasizing that no one will be exempt. The statement follows growing public scrutiny over financial irregularities in the region’s governance. Adhikari’s remarks come as the state government seeks to strengthen accountability mechanisms in remote districts.

Suvendu Adhikari Accuses Hill Administration of Corruption, Threatens Jail
Suvendu Adhikari Accuses Hill Administration of Corruption, Threatens JailPhoto via Indian Express — Kolkata

Suvendu Adhikari, the Chief Minister of West Bengal, has leveled accusations against the hill administration, claiming that corruption has become rampant in the region. He declared that those involved in looting public resources will face criminal charges and imprisonment, stating that no individual will be spared.

The CM’s remarks were made during a press briefing in the capital, where he highlighted the need for stricter oversight of financial dealings in the hill districts. He urged the state machinery to act swiftly against any malpractices.

The hill administration has been under scrutiny for alleged misuse of funds earmarked for development projects. Adhikari’s statement is seen as a move to curb corruption and restore public trust in local governance.

Officials from the state government have yet to release a detailed action plan, but the CM’s warning signals a renewed focus on accountability across West Bengal’s remote areas.

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