Misappropriation of govt funds: Haryana agricultural marketing board official dismissed

The article released on May 2, 2026 reports Sangwan’s dismissal and notes that he is the third official to be dismissed in the last eight days under Article 311(2)(b).

The secretary, HSAMB, issued a dismissal order under Article 311(2)(b) of the Constitution, removing Sangwan from service. The order states that his role centred on his position as controller, finance and accounts and as an authorised signatory for the bank account. It notes involvement in proposing and approving the opening of an IDFC First Bank account without fresh quotations, participation in the financial oversight process, and failure to track a cancelled cheque (Cheque No.6) and to ensure its status post-cancellation. It also mentions that he allowed a cheque book to be taken away by an external individual during a meeting and did not secure its return. Investigations indicate Sangwan remained in contact with accused bank officials and allegedly received illegal gratification, constituting grave misconduct and harming public trust.

Rajesh Sangwan, the HSAMB controller for finance and accounts, was arrested on March 14 in connection with alleged misappropriation of public funds and fraudulent transactions tied to the board.