Overview
- HSAMB dismissed Controller of Finance and Accounts Rajesh Sangwan using Article 311(2)(b), which allows removal without a departmental inquiry when a regular process could hinder investigators.
- Police arrested Sangwan on March 14, 2026 in the corruption case, and the charges include the Prevention of Corruption Act and provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita.
- Investigators say an HSAMB account at IDFC First Bank was used to move Rs 10 crore by RTGS to SRR Planning Gurus Pvt. Ltd. and Mannat Contractors after basic controls failed.
- The dismissal order cites specific lapses, including opening the account without fresh quotes from empanelled banks, failing to secure a cancelled cheque numbered 6, and allowing a cheque book to be taken out by an external person.
- Officials say the CBI has taken over from the state vigilance bureau, and the wider inquiry now examines alleged collusion by bank staff, possible illegal payments, and the role of third-party contractors.