Rajasthan Minister Calls for Probe into MLA Funds Amid Corruption Allegations

Alwar: Forest and Environment Minister Sanjay Sharma Tuesday called for an impartial investigation into the MLA development funds of all 200 legislators in Rajasthan, following the exposure of alleged commission-taking and corruption involving three MLAs in a recent sting operation.He said the issue should not be limited to a few individuals and demanded a comprehensive probe to ensure transparency.Commenting on the state govt's decision to give a clean chit to RPS officer Divya Mittal in an alleged bribery case, Sharma said the matter warranted reinvestigation. "In a case where corruption money amounting to around Rs 2–3 crore reportedly surfaced later, the govt should re-examine the Divya Mittal bribery case and take action strictly on the basis of investigation," he said.IPL Auction 2026IPL Auction 2026: Full list of sold and unsold players for all teamsIPL 2026 team and squad List: Updated players for all 10 Teams; who got whomOn allegations related to MLA funds, Sharma said a media sting had levelled charges against three legislators and that the govt acted promptly. "A high-level committee comprising the chief secretary, the director general of police and vigilance officials has been formed, and the matter has also gone to the Ethics Committee. Judicial action should follow wherever required," he said, reiterating that an impartial committee should scrutinise the MLA funds of all legislators in the state.The minister also accused Leader of Opposition from Alwar rural Tikaram Juli of obstructing a plan to bring water to Alwar city from the Siliserh Dam area."Juli himself lives in Alwar city with his family and needs water like everyone else, yet he is opposing the project. He should support the plan in the larger public interest," Sharma said.Earlier in the day, Sharma inaugurated a photo exhibition at the Information and Public Relations Office in Alwar to mark the completion of two years of the state govt.He also released a book highlighting the govt's development works.Speaking to reporters after the event, the minister listed key initiatives undertaken during the two-year period. He said work on the Eastern Rajasthan Canal Project (ERCP) would soon begin in Alwar, ensuring water supply to Jaisamand Dam. Sharma also said a detailed project report was being prepared to bring water from the Chambal river, adding that a major announcement for Alwar was expected soon.Get an chance to win ₹5000 Amazon Voucher by taking part in India's Biggest Habit Index! Take the survey here