CBI R. Sekar, an IRS officer (1992 batch) for possessing assets worth ₹2.08 crore.
A special court for Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) cases sentenced Anwar Hussain, an IRS officer (1992 batch), patron of ex-migrants, Chennai and owner of M/s Classic Tours and Travels, to four years. Rigorous imprisonment in case of disproportionate assets. A total fine of ₹ 6.10 lakh was also imposed on him. The CBI had also registered a case against Shekhar’s wife in the case. It was alleged that during the period January 2007 to July 2009, Shekhar and his wife, instigated by Anwar Hussain, amassed assets worth Rs 2.08 crore disproportionate to their known sources of income.
The CBI said Sekar had appointed Anwar Hussain as a conduit for receiving bribes in the form of ‘speed money’ for issuance of migration clearances. After investigation, CBI filed a charge sheet against the accused for possessing assets worth ₹2.08 crore, which was 471.05% more than their known sources of income. The trial court found both the accused guilty and convicted. The court has acquitted Shekhar’s wife.
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