Odisha Vigilance Department recovered approximately Rs 2.1 crore in cash during raids at seven locations connected to Baikuntha Nath Sarangi, chief engineer in the state’s Rural Development Department, following allegations of disproportionate assets. Sarangi allegedly attempted to dispose of bundles of Rs 500 notes from his Bhubaneswar flat as vigilance officers arrived.
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