ACB Case Against 2009-Batch IAS Officer in Delhi:

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Accusations:

• IAS officer Amarnath Talwade (2009 batch) is accused of pressuring a subordinate to collect money from retail liquor vendors in Delhi.
• This complaint was filed by a Noida resident in March 2023 with the Directorate of Vigilance (DoV).

Evidence:

• The complaint included an audio clip of a purported conversation between Talwade and his subordinate discussing "sharing of booty."
• The audio clip was sent to the Forensic Sciences Laboratory (FSL) for analysis.

FSL Results:

• The FSL examination concluded that the audio clip was authentic and un-doctored.

Action Taken:

• Based on the FSL report, the ACB registered a case against Talwade on Wednesday, January 25, 2024, under Section 13(2) of the Prevention of Corruption Act.

Further Developments:

• The case is likely to undergo further investigation and legal proceedings.
• Talwade has not yet commented publicly on the accusations.

Significance:

• This case highlights the serious issue of corruption within the Indian bureaucracy.
• It raises concerns about the potential abuse of power by government officials.
• The authenticity of the audio clip provides strong evidence against Talwade, making this a high-profile case with possible consequences for his career.

(With input from news agency language)
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