Pooja Naik, a key figure in the ongoing 'Cash for Jobs' fraud investigation, has been remanded to five days of police custody in connection with the Bicholi recruitment scam. Chief Minister Pramod Sawant, addressing the case after a recent Cabinet meeting, assured the public of a comprehensive probe, vowing that strict legal action will be taken against anyone found guilty.
CM Sawant highlighted that future government recruitment would adhere strictly to protocols through the Staff Selection Commission, with official notifications to be released soon. He emphasized the dangers of trusting unverified agents, pointing out that paying brokers for jobs without published government recruitment ads is a serious misstep.
"The government is committed to tackling this issue head-on," Sawant remarked. "The police have been empowered to conduct a thorough investigation, and any guilty parties, including political figures, will face the law without exception."
Sawant urged those who have fallen victim to these scams to report the incidents at their nearest police station, ensuring that every complaint is addressed. Meanwhile, Naik, who previously received bail in the Priyol fraud case, remains in custody in the Bicholi case following the court's latest order.
Government recruitment will only be processed through the Staff Selection Commission. Even if people are unfamiliar with terms like GPSC or UPSC, they should at least understand that if the government has not published any job advertisement, no broker can offer them a legitimate position. The commission will soon release the recruitment notification.
Dr Pramod Sawant , CM
CM expressed disappointment at the number of individuals reportedly paying large sums to brokers without due diligence and encouraged the public to exercise caution and report fraudulent activities to prevent further scams in the state.