Mithi River Scam: Contractor Arrested in Rs 65-Crore Desilting Fraud

A contractor, Shershing Rathod, was arrested for his involvement in a Rs 65-crore Mithi river desilting scam. He allegedly used fake MoUs and bills to fraudulently receive Rs 29.62 crore. This arrest is part of an ongoing investigation into a larger scam involving multiple parties, including civic officials.

A contractor has been detained for his alleged role in an extensive Rs 65-crore desilting scam of Mumbai's Mithi river, an official disclosed on Thursday. The accused, Shershing Rathod, reportedly submitted fake agreements and bills, pocketing Rs 29.62 crore through fraudulent measures.

The Economic Offences Wing took Rathod into custody following revelations of his unscrupulous activities. His alleged involvement includes forging documents and signatures, even presenting a deceased individual's 'signature' to justify his claims for funds.

This arrest marks the third in connection with the Mithi desilting operation. Initial arrests involved a middleman and another accomplice linked to the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation's questionable contracts.

(With inputs from agencies.)