Maharashtra Shalarth Scam: Statewide Investigation Intensifies

The Special Investigation Team (SIT) is expanding its probe into the Shalarth ID and bogus teachers’ recruitment scams across Maharashtra, amid reports of widespread corruption involving government funds.

The orders for this comprehensive investigation were issued by Manojkumar Sharma, the Special Inspector General of Police, to consolidate similar cases registered in various districts. The scandal has significantly impacted the state’s education sector by embezzling crores of rupees through fake teacher identities on the government’s Shalarth payroll portal.

Leading the SIT is DCP Nityanand Jha of Nagpur Police, who will incorporate additional officers as needed. The SIT is mandated to collect all related documents and regularly report their findings, ensuring a thorough and transparent investigation.

(With inputs from agencies.)