Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced that all cases related to an online stock trading scam have been transferred to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) for a fair probe. On social media platform X, CM Sarma emphasized the state’s commitment to countering online financial fraud by handing over 41 registered cases to the CBI. He assured the public of a thorough investigation and pledged full cooperation with the central agency to ensure swift justice.
The Central Government, through a notification from the Department of Personnel and Training dated September 13, 2024, approved the expansion of CBI’s jurisdiction in Assam. This notification, under the Delhi Special Police Establishment Act, 1946, empowers the CBI to investigate offences by employees of Central Government institutions, public sector undertakings, and private entities. However, cases involving Assam state government officials will still need prior written consent from the state government. The notification also confirmed that consents for specific previous cases remain valid.
This move aligns with Assam’s broader efforts to combat online scams and signifies a collaborative endeavor between state and central authorities to uphold justice efficiently.
