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CBI raids Chandigarh and Panchkula in Haryana bank scam seizing digital evidence and records from 16 accused

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Published on 15 May 2026
CBI raids Chandigarh and Panchkula in Haryana bank scam seizing digital evidence and records from 16 accused

CBI seized digital evidence tied to alleged fund theft

The Central Bureau of Investigation raided multiple locations in Chandigarh and Panchkula as part of an investigation into a Haryana bank scam. The CBI said it seized financial records and digital evidence related to alleged fraud involving government funds. According to officials, certain individuals from IDFC First Bank and AU Small Finance Bank allegedly colluded with Haryana government public servants to misappropriate money using fraudulent means. The case was transferred to the CBI by the Haryana government, and searches were carried out at seven sites on May 14. Sixteen people have been arrested as the probe accelerates.

  • CBI searched locations in Chandigarh and Panchkula
  • Financial records and digital evidence were seized
  • Alleged fraud involved IDFC First Bank and AU Small Finance Bank
  • Officials claim collusion with Haryana government public servants
  • Seven locations were searched on May 14
  • CBI has arrested 16 accused as investigation speeds up
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