Recruitment Scam Uncovered: Delhi Ayurved Charak Sansthan in the Spotlight

The Anti-Corruption Branch in Delhi has uncovered alleged irregularities in recruitment at Chaudhary Brahm Prakash Ayurved Charak Sansthan. Former officials, including the then-superintendent, are accused of creating fake reports and bypassing guidelines, leading to the registration of a case.

The Anti-Corruption Branch (ACB) has registered a case against the then superintendent and other officials of Chaudhary Brahm Prakash Ayurved Charak Sansthan in Delhi's Najafgarh for alleged irregularities in recruitment, officials said on Monday.

Complaint Filed by Director-Principal

According to a complaint filed by Chaudhary Brahm Prakash Ayurved Charak Sansthan Director-Principal Prof Vidula Gujjarwar, it was alleged that Rajesh Tanwar, the then office superintendent, had committed irregularities in recruitment and created fake and forged reports for postgraduate courses, a senior ACB official said.

Serious Irregularities Committed

Tanwar is accused of committing serious irregularities by not following directions and not linking the recruitment files for postgraduate courses, the official said.

Inquiry Committee Constituted

A committee was constituted to inquire into the alleged irregularities committed in the recruitment for the posts of associate professor and assistant professor, the official said.

Inquiry Report Reveals Discrepancies

According to the inquiry report, Tanwar committed serious irregularities by not following directions and not linking the recruitment files. Multiple discrepancies such as manipulation and the creation of additional vacancies without following the norms were observed.

Unqualified Candidates Selected

Two candidates, Alok Kumar Asthana and Mukesh Kumar Sharma, did not possess the qualification for the post and were declared not eligible by the first scrutiny committee, Joint Commissioner of Police Anti-Corruption Branch Madhur Verma said.

However, a second scrutiny committee made them eligible and shortlisted them for the interview. Later, they were selected and allowed to join the department as associate professors, Verma said.

Case Registered

The inquiry committee submitted its report concluding that the allegations were found substantiated. Following recommendations from the competent authority, a case was registered on Friday under sections of the Indian Penal Code and the Prevention of Corruption Act and it is being investigated, he added.

The Anti-Corruption Branch's investigation into the alleged recruitment irregularities at Chaudhary Brahm Prakash Ayurved Charak Sansthan highlights the importance of transparency and accountability in recruitment processes. The case serves as a reminder that those who engage in corrupt practices will be held accountable for their actions.