Lokayukta registers suo motu case over fire that destroyed crops worth ₹50 lakh

Lokayukta registers suo motu case over fire that destroyed crops worth ₹50 lakh

India's Lokayukta has initiated a suo motu investigation into a recent blaze that razed agricultural fields, causing losses estimated at 50 lakh rupees. The probe aims to determine any administrative negligence or corruption linked to the incident. Authorities will examine the circumstances surrounding the fire and assess accountability of officials responsible for crop protection and ensure preventive measures.