Lucknow: A police constable driver posted in Lucknow has been booked in a case of disproportionate assets after an investigation revealed that his expenditure significantly exceeded his legitimate income. According to investigators, the accused had a legal income of around ₹36 lakh, but his total spending during the same period was found to be more than ₹68 lakh, which is 91.04 percent higher than his known sources of income. Following the findings, legal proceedings have been initiated under the Prevention of Corruption Act.
The case is linked to constable driver Rahul Kumar Shukla, who is posted in the BBD area of Lucknow. Authorities allege that during the specified period under scrutiny, he spent far more than his declared income without providing a satisfactory explanation for the additional funds. Officials stated that the significant gap between income and expenditure made the case serious enough to warrant the registration of a corruption case.
Investigation Triggered by Confidential Complaint
Sources said the inquiry began after a confidential complaint was received alleging that the constable had accumulated assets and incurred expenses beyond his legitimate income. Taking the complaint seriously, the government ordered a formal investigation into the matter.
During the probe, investigators collected detailed information about the constable’s salary, allowances, arrears, and bank account transactions. His assets, expenditures, and financial activities were also examined thoroughly. The investigating team conducted a comparative analysis of income and spending during the specified period, which revealed a significant discrepancy.
Major Gap Between Income and Expenditure
According to the investigation report, the constable’s legitimate income during the period under review should have been approximately ₹35,73,314, including salary, allowances, arrears, and other lawful sources.
However, investigators found that his total expenditure during the same period amounted to ₹68,26,496.34. This means he spent ₹32,53,182.34 more than his known sources of income.
Officials noted that this difference amounts to 91.04 percent more than his legitimate income, which is considered a serious financial irregularity. Based on these findings, a case has been registered against the accused under relevant sections of the Prevention of Corruption Act.
Joined Police Service in 2003
According to available records, Rahul Kumar Shukla is originally a resident of Shahabpur village in the Kunda area of Pratapgarh district. He was recruited into the Uttar Pradesh Police as a constable driver on April 26, 2003.
At present, he resides in the Meera Vihar Colony in Panchamkheda under the PGI area of Lucknow. Investigators are now examining his bank accounts, property records, and other financial documents to determine the source of the additional expenditure.
Possibility of Further Revelations
Following the registration of the case, authorities have begun a detailed scrutiny of the accused’s financial documents, property records, and banking transactions. Officials believe that further details may emerge as the investigation progresses.
Experts say that in cases involving disproportionate assets against government employees, investigators often examine financial records over several years. This includes verifying salary details, property purchases, bank transactions, and other financial activities to establish whether the assets were acquired through legitimate means.
For now, legal proceedings have begun, and investigators are attempting to determine how the accused managed to spend far more than his declared income. If the allegations are proven during the investigation, strict action could be taken under anti-corruption laws.
