The wave of strict disciplinary actions continues to sweep through the administration in connection with the high-profile liquor scam in Chhattisgarh. In the latest development, the state government has suspended Additional Excise Commissioner Ashish Srivastava. This decisive action follows a detailed report submitted by the Economic Offences Wing and Anti-Corruption Bureau, commonly known as EOW and ACB, which are actively probing the multi-crore corruption scandal.
Action Follows Filing of Charge Sheet in Court
The latest punitive measure stems directly from a supplementary charge sheet submitted before a special court in Raipur. The investigation agencies formally filed the supplementary charge sheet in court on October 14, 2026. The submission of these legal documents has significantly intensified the administrative scrutiny surrounding the sprawling scam.
Role Found Prima Facie Suspicious
During the course of their extensive investigations, the anti-corruption agencies found the role of Ashish Srivastava to be prima facie suspicious. As soon as his questionable involvement came to light, the excise department issued a formal order on Saturday suspending him from service. According to the official notification, his suspension is deemed effective retroactively from October 14, 2026.
Widespread Ripples Across Administrative Circles
The massive liquor scam in Chhattisgarh has continuously generated intense political tremors and administrative anxiety across the entire state. The relentless string of strict actions against high-ranking officials sends a clear signal that investigators are meticulously tracking down every single individual connected to the fraud. Observers expect that further major figures could face legal tightening in the near future as the probe deepens.
