New Delhi: The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has registered a corruption case against the former Senior Accounts Officer/Deputy Manager of Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL), Kothagudem, Telangana, along with three private individuals. The case was registered on November 6, 2025, following a complaint received from the Chief Vigilance Officer (CVO) of BHEL.
Allegations of Financial Irregularities and Misappropriation
According to the complaint, serious irregularities in payment processes were detected at the Thermal Power Project in Kothagudem. It is alleged that the accused officer diverted GST input credits of three private companies to unrelated subcontractors, thereby misappropriating the funds for personal or unauthorized use.
Search Operations and Evidence Seized
The CBI carried out search operations at six locations across Telangana and Andhra Pradesh in connection with the case. During the searches, the agency seized several incriminating documents and records believed to be linked to the suspected financial irregularities.
Investigation Underway
CBI officials stated that the investigation is ongoing and will focus on establishing the trail of diverted funds, identifying beneficiaries, and determining the extent of the financial loss caused to the public sector enterprise.
> According to sources, the case points to a larger pattern of financial misconduct and misuse of tax credits within public sector undertakings, which the agency is treating with utmost seriousness.
