Priyanka Tiwari
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A vigilance team raided the residence of retired inspector Mahendra Singh Saini in Meerut, uncovering assets disproportionate to his known income. A team of 22 officers conducted the raid, which lasted for seven hours. The investigation revealed that the former officer had amassed 147% more assets than his legitimate earnings. This case has raised serious concerns about corruption within the police department, prompting further investigation by vigilance authorities.
Properties and Documents Seized in the Raid
On Wednesday, the vigilance team searched two houses and a school linked to Mahendra Singh Saini. Key findings included:
- 10 bank account documents
- 30 land deeds
- School-related financial records
- Total assets worth over ₹16 crore
The authorities have seized all relevant documents to examine the source of these assets.
Raids Conducted at Multiple Locations
The vigilance team, led by ASP Indu Siddharth, conducted searches at:
House No. A-63 and A-03, Kirti Palace Colony, Medical Police Station Area
- Both properties are two-storeyed
- Estimated market value: ₹3 crore
New Delhi Public School, Jagriti Vihar
- The school is managed by Mahendra Singh Saini’s family
- His wife, Shakuntala Devi, serves as the society president
- His son, Anurag Saini, holds the position of manager and general secretary
- Estimated value of school property: ₹11.5 crore
Disproportionate Assets Case Against the Inspector
Mahendra Singh Saini retired from UP Police in 2019. A case was registered against him under the Prevention of Corruption Act in 2022. Key findings from the investigation:
- Legitimate income during service: ₹58,04,666
- Total expenditure: ₹1,43,84,668
- Excess spending: ₹85,79,802 (147% more than income)
Valuables Recovered During the Raid
The vigilance team recovered:
- Electronic equipment, jewelry, and valuables
- One car and three scooters
- Documents related to 30 land deeds
- Details of Tata Safari and Brezza cars
Repeated Ignorance of Notices Led to Action
In 2024, the inspector was officially charged in a disproportionate assets case. Despite multiple notices from the vigilance team, he repeatedly ignored summons for questioning and did not respond to phone calls.
Legal Action Under the Prevention of Corruption Act
After a thorough investigation, Meerut Sector Inspector Manju Gupta found Mahendra Singh Saini guilty. A case was registered against him under Sections 13 (1) and 13 (2) of the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988. The vigilance team has now ordered him to provide a detailed explanation of the sources of his wealth.
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