The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has filed cases against two central government officials, N. Sabbani and R. Nair, for allegedly possessing assets disproportionate to their known sources of income.
N. Sabbani’s Case
N. Sabbani, employed as a computor in the office of the Assistant Drugs Controller (I) in Mumbai, reportedly accumulated assets worth Rs.1.08 crore, which is 120% above his known income. Investigations revealed that between January 1, 2012, and April 2, 2024, Sabbani illicitly enriched himself. Authorities also allege that his wife abetted in this unlawful accumulation.
R. Nair’s Case
R. Nair, serving as the Assistant Development Commissioner at the Santacruz Electronics Export Processing Zone (SEEPZ) in Andheri, Mumbai, allegedly amassed assets totaling Rs.41.46 lakh, representing 140.64% more than her known income. The CBI’s complaint indicates that from November 1, 2023, to December 18, 2024, Nair intentionally enriched herself illicitly.
Legal Proceedings
Both officials face charges under relevant sections of the Bhartiya Nyaya Sanhita and the Prevention of Corruption Act. The CBI continues its investigation into these allegations.
Recent Similar Cases
In a related development, the CBI recently booked H. Kumar, a superintendent with the Central Goods and Services Tax (CGST) in the Bhiwandi Commissionerate, for allegedly amassing disproportionate assets worth Rs.78.63 lakh. Investigations suggest that between June 2021 and August 2023, Kumar illicitly enriched himself, with his wife allegedly abetting the offense.
CBI’s Ongoing Efforts Against Corruption
The CBI remains committed to identifying and prosecuting public servants who misuse their positions for personal gain. These recent cases underscore the agency’s dedication to upholding integrity within government institutions.
