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What happened
The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) in Goa has called for a judicial inquiry into a cash-for-jobs scam, expressing distrust in the Crime Branch's investigation. This demand follows allegations made by Puja Naik, who is currently out on bail after being arrested last year. Naik posted a video alleging that a State Minister, an IAS officer, and an engineer were involved in the scam, which reportedly involved ₹17.68 crore. AAP president Amit Palekar stated that the Minister should step down to allow for an impartial investigation. The accused claims that the Minister introduced her to two officers who initially provided jobs but later failed to deliver and refused to return the money taken. The Minister, Sudin Dhavalikar, has denied these allegations, asserting that he has no connection to Naik. The Crime Branch is currently investigating the case and has requested 15 days to submit its findings.
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Key insights
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Judicial Inquiry Demanded: AAP calls for a judicial inquiry due to distrust in Crime Branch.
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Allegations Against Officials: Puja Naik accuses a Minister and officers of involvement in the scam.
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Minister Denies Involvement: Sudin Dhavalikar claims he has no connection to the accused.
Takeaways
The situation highlights significant concerns regarding corruption and accountability in government job placements in Goa, as well as the public's trust in law enforcement agencies.