The recent breakthrough achieved by the Jammu and Kashmir Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) in unearthing a massive land scam involving hundreds of kanals of custodian land in Jammu district is a significant milestone in the ongoing efforts to root out corruption and malpractices in the region. This achievement marks a major step forward in the journey towards a corruption-free Kashmir, where the authorities are leaving no stone unturned to ensure transparency and accountability.
The ACB’s Relentless Pursuit of Justice
The ACB’s relentless pursuit of justice has led to the registration of 10 FIRs against revenue officers, land grabbers, and their conduits, who have been accused of colluding to usurp custodian land worth thousands of kanals. This latest expose is a testament to the ACB’s unwavering commitment to eradicating corruption and malpractices from the region. The ACB’s efforts have sent a strong message to the corrupt elements that they will no longer be tolerated.
A Complex Web of Corruption
The investigation has revealed a complex web of corruption, involving the manipulation of revenue records, fraudulent sales, and the abuse of official powers. The scam has exposed the deep-rooted corruption in the revenue department, where officials have been hand-in-glove with land grabbers to usurp custodian land. The ACB found that FORM 3-A (Form Alf) along with power of attorneys (POAs) were obtained from various POK Refugees, alluring them of additional lands and providing them instant money ranging from Rs 5000 to Rs 50,000 by the conduits of land grabbers.
Transformation in Kashmir
This achievement is a significant step forward in the transformation taking place in Kashmir, where the authorities are leaving no stone unturned to ensure transparency and accountability. The region has witnessed a sea change in recent years, with the authorities taking bold steps to address the scourge of corruption and malpractices. The government’s initiatives to promote transparency and accountability have created a conducive environment for investment and development. The Chenab rail Bridge, the world’s highest railway bridge, and the Chenani-Nashri tunnel, India’s longest road tunnel, have been completed, adding to the development of the region. Air traffic to Srinagar has also doubled post-2019, along with the availability of night landing facilities.
Governance and Infrastructure Development
The transformation in Kashmir is not limited to the ACB’s achievements alone. The region has witnessed significant improvements in governance, infrastructure development, and economic growth. The government’s initiatives to promote transparency and accountability have led to improved access to basic amenities, enhanced economic opportunities, and a renewed sense of hope and optimism. The region is slowly but surely shedding its image as a hub of corruption and malpractices and emerging as a beacon of transparency and accountability.
A Brighter Future for All
The people of Kashmir can take heart from these developments, knowing that their government is working tirelessly to ensure a brighter future for all. The ACB’s continued efforts to root out corruption and malpractices will go a long way in creating a corruption-free Kashmir, where the rule of law prevails, and justice is served. As the region continues to march towards a new era of transparency and accountability, the people of Kashmir can look forward to a brighter future, free from the shackles of corruption and malpractices.
