Guwahati, Oct 8: In a major development concerning the ongoing investigation into the online stock trading scam, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has officially taken over all 41 registered cases related to the scam.
Assam Chief Minister Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma made the announcement on Tuesday, ensuring the state’s full cooperation with the central agency to expedite the process of justice.
The Chief Minister, in his announcement, referenced a notification issued by Satyam Srivastava, Under Secretary to the Government of India.
The notification, dated the 8th of October 2024, extends the powers and jurisdiction of the CBI under the Delhi Special Police Establishment Act, 1946, to investigate these cases in Assam. The notification confirms that the Government of Assam has given its formal consent for the central agency to take over the investigation.
This transfer of the investigation to the CBI comes amid growing concerns over the scale and reach of the online stock trading scam.
Taking to X, Assam chief minister said, “To ensure a fair investigation on the online stock trading scam, we requested Govt of India to formally hand over all 41 registered cases to the CBI. CBI is officially taking over this matter and we’ll extend all possible support to ensure that justice is served at the earliest.”