Odisha Vigilance Raids Deputy Ranger's Apartment, ₹14 Lakh Cash And Gold Recovered In Koraput

A major vigilance operation was conducted in Odisha's Koraput district where officials raided the apartment of a Deputy Ranger and uncovered unaccounted assets. The raid resulted in the seizure of ₹14 lakh in cash, along with four gold biscuits and 16 gold coins. The action was part of a broader crackdown by the state Vigilance Department on officials suspected of amassing disproportionate assets.According to sources, the raid took place at the official’s residence late at night, and large amounts of cash were found hidden in various corners of the apartment. Apart from the cash, the recovery of gold items further raised serious questions about the Deputy Ranger’s income sources. The vigilance team has begun thorough questioning and verification of documents related to property, bank accounts, and other financial holdings.Visuals from the site show bundles of cash and gold items laid out as evidence, pointing toward a potential case of corruption and misuse of position. The investigation is ongoing, and further raids at additional properties owned by the Deputy Ranger may follow.This incident highlights the continued vigilance drive by the Odisha government against corruption in public service, especially in forest and revenue departments.