ACB cracks down on ‘Fake Land Mutations:’ Investigations widen across Jammu
Pages containing these fake mutations under 3A were deliberately torn from the mutation registers, by the concerned officials but now they have to face.
ACB is on job and the land scam on the name of POJK DPs will be exposed and officers to be grilled.
jj correspondent
Jammu, Apr 08: The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) has vowed to leave no stone unturned in its investigation into a major land scam involving the fraudulent mutation of land under Section 3A in several tehsils. Allegations have surfaced that a significant number of revenue officials have been complicit in manipulating land records, leading to substantial financial gains for certain beneficiaries. The ACB is determined to uncover the full extent of the fraudulent activities, with reports indicating a deep-seated nexus involving property dealers and corrupt officers.
ACB’s Commitment to a Thorough Investigation: An official, speaking on the condition of anonymity, assured that the ACB would hold everyone accountable, from the officers involved in the land mutation process to middlemen, including property dealers who might have benefited from the fraudulent transactions. The official made it clear that no one would be spared, stressing that the bureau was committed to uncovering the full scope of the corruption that has taken place.
Securing Evidence – ACB Expands Its Probe: The ACB has already secured records from the Jammu North and Bhalwal tehsils, marking a significant step in the ongoing investigation. However, the bureau has now taken proactive measures to extend its inquiry. Letters have been sent to the concerned officers in RS Pura, Bishnah, and Marh tehsils, requesting that they hand over the relevant land records from their jurisdictions for further investigation. The expansion of the investigation across multiple tehsils indicates the potential scale of the scam, with the ACB aiming to scrutinize land mutations across Jammu.
Fraudulent Mutations and Falsified Documents: The crux of the investigation revolves around the alleged issuance of fake mutations under Section 3A of the Jammu and Kashmir Land Revenue Act. It is believed that several revenue officers, in collaboration with external parties, used forged supporting documents to process land mutations that were not legally valid. In some cases, the fraudulent entries were later removed from the official records, suggesting an attempt to cover up the illegal activity.
According to reports, some pages containing these fake mutations were deliberately torn from the mutation registers. This raises serious concerns about the integrity of the land records and the role of certain officials in facilitating the fraudulent transactions. The ACB is now working to track down these missing pages and gather further evidence to ensure that those responsible for this illegal activity face appropriate consequences.
A Deepening Scandal: ACB’s Commitment to Justice: The ongoing investigation is poised to uncover a larger network of corruption within the land revenue system. The ACB’s thorough approach to the case reflects its commitment to rooting out corruption and restoring the integrity of the land records system. The bureau’s efforts are expected to not only hold the guilty parties accountable but also send a strong message that corruption in any form will not be tolerated.
As the investigation continues to unfold, residents of Jammu are closely watching the developments, hoping that the ACB will successfully uncover the full extent of the fraud and bring the perpetrators to justice. The case serves as a stark reminder of the need for transparency and accountability in government processes, especially in matters as sensitive as land ownership and property rights.
