CBI files case against two public servants for causing loss to IITM

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Thursday registered a case against a number of persons including two former officials, for allegedly causing loss to the India Institute of Tropical Meteorology (IITM).

"The CBI has registered a case against a former scientist, ex-senior technical officer, managing director of a Mumbai-based private company and others on the allegations of causing loss to IITM," a release by the probe agency said.

The release said allegations have been made that during the period of 2011-2018, the then public servants entered into a conspiracy with others including the Managing Director and awarded the contract for the supply, commissioning and maintenance of 'Digital Display System of SAFAR-PUNE.

The agency conducted search operations at the residential and official premises of the accused in Pune and Mumbai.

( With inputs from ANI )