CBI Launches Corruption Probe into Nagaland University Tender Scandal

On July 12, the CBI registered a graft case against Nagaland University professor Chitta Ranjan Deb, conducting raids in Nagaland (Lumani), Assam (Jorhat), and Tripura (Agartala). The probe alleges manipulation of scientific equipment tenders and bribe-for-contract schemes, causing financial loss to the university. Deb, who heads the IQAC and School of Sciences, is under scrutiny for favoritism. Authorities have seized documents linked to corruption during early investigations. The development marks increasing accountability in higher education administration.