Amid 'sheeshmahal row', Vigilance orders probe into alleged irregularities in Kejriwal's CM residence
PTC News Desk: The Central Vigilance Commission (CVC) has ordered rigorous investigation into the renovation of former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's official residence.
The probe stems from allegations surrounding flouting of norms to transform ex chief minister's official residence into a lavish mansion covering 40,000 square yards (8 acres). The probe was ordered by CVC on February 13 after the CPWD submitted a factual report on Arvind Kejriwal's official CM Residence on the complaint of BJP leader Vijender Gupta.
On October 21, BJP leader Vijender Gupta lodged a formal complaint with the Vigilance Commission regarding extravagant spending on the renovation and interior decoration of the Chief Minister's residence at 6, Flag Staff Road.
In his complaint to the Chief Vigilance Commissioner, Gupta wrote about massive financial irregularities, stating that Arvind Kejriwal spent crores of taxpayers' money on luxurious amenities for his residence. He states that the expenditures on luxury items far exceeded reasonable limits and raises serious concerns about corruption.
On November 5, the CVC took cognizance of Gupta's complaint and acknowledged the seriousness of the allegations.
Afterwards, on December 5, a factual report based on Vijender Gupta's complaint was submitted to the CVC by the Chief Vigilance Officer (CVO), CPWD.
- PTC NEWS
