46 domestic LPG cylinders used for commercial purpose seized in Yadgir
Yadgir (Karnataka) (PTI): Authorities have seized 46 domestic LPG cylinders that were allegedly being used for commercial purposes in hotels during a special inspection drive in the city, officials said on Friday.
The cylinders were seized on Thursday by officials of the Food and Civil Supplies Department after inspecting several hotels, they said.
Deputy Commissioner Harshal Bhoyar told PTI that the domestic cylinders were being used for commercial activities instead of household cooking, which violates the Essential Commodities Act and LPG supply rules.
"In total, 46 such LPG cylinders meant for domestic use that were diverted for commercial usage were seized during the special drive.
He urged residents not to panic about a shortage of domestic LPG in the district," he said.
Bhoyar said the administration will continue such special drives to check the illegal use of LPG cylinders and strict action will be taken if cylinders meant for household use are diverted.
He also said efforts are being made to ensure smooth supply of LPG cylinders for domestic use and discussions are underway with distributors.
He assured the public that the situation is under control and there is adequate supply to meet household demand.
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Lokayukta books Udupi Excise DC in DA case, assets worth Rs 8.69 cr found
Udupi (Karnataka) (PTI): Karnataka Lokayukta police have registered a disproportionate assets case against Udupi Excise Deputy Commissioner T M Srinivas after searches at multiple locations allegedly revealed assets worth Rs 8.69 crore beyond his known sources of income, officials said on Friday.
Lokayukta officials conducted simultaneous raids on March 11 at 15 locations linked to the officer, including his residence, office and properties belonging to his relatives.
During the searches, investigators allegedly found immovable properties valued at Rs 6.90 crore, including 11 sites, six houses and about 31 acres of agricultural land reportedly owned by Srinivas and his family members, officials said.
The officials also seized movable assets estimated at Rs 2.66 crore. These include cash of Rs 3.95 lakh, gold jewellery valued at Rs 1.47 crore, vehicles worth Rs 17 lakh, bank deposits totalling Rs 25.75 lakh and other valuables estimated at Rs 72.68 lakh.
According to Lokayukta police, the total value of assets suspected to be disproportionate to Srinivas' legitimate income has been assessed at Rs 8.69 crore.
Authorities said the searches were carried out following credible information suggesting the officer had accumulated wealth beyond his known sources of income during his government service.
Documents and financial records seized during the raids are being scrutinised to determine the ownership and source of the assets.
A case has been registered, and further investigation is in progress.
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