Rs 1 crore-plus withdrawn from Bihar school accounts: Teacher suspended, probe ordered

The Bihar Education Department has suspended an assistant teacher accused of significant financial irregularities. Allegations include withdrawing over Rs 1 crore from multiple school accounts while serving as acting headmaster at Amshon Kunwar Higher Secondary School in Vaishali district. The teacher, now posted at Videhi Project Girls High School in Raipur, failed to maintain cashbooks for student and development funds according to financial rules.

Financial records were found to be improperly maintained, with issues in transaction entries, vouchers, and procurement documentation. The procurement process was also examined, revealing non-compliance with prescribed procedures. The department has issued a chargesheet and ordered his suspension under government service rules. A formal inquiry will determine the facts.