Massive Fraud in PM Kisan Scheme: Over 13,800 Ineligible Collectors Identified

Over 13,800 ineligible people in Marwar Junction, Rajasthan, received Rs 826.66 lakh under the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi. Minister of State for Cooperation revealed the details during Question Hour. Investigations are underway, with disciplinary actions and recovery plans in place. FIRs have been registered in Pali district over this financial misappropriation.

In a startling revelation, more than 13,800 ineligible beneficiaries in Rajasthan's Marwar Junction assembly constituency have pocketed Rs 826.66 lakh under the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi scheme.

Minister of State for Cooperation Gautam Kumar disclosed these figures during Question Hour, responding to an inquiry by BJP MLA Kesaram Choudhary from Pali district's Marwar Junction.

An investigation into this financial anomaly has been initiated, with clear instructions for disciplinary action and prompt recovery from the beneficiaries. An additional district collector is set to spearhead the probe, while FIRs have already been registered across several police stations in Pali district.

(With inputs from agencies.)