EOW Kashmir Resolves 1,270 Complaints, Steps Up Fight Against Fraud and Financial Irregularities

Srinagar, Dec 29: Strengthening public confidence in law enforcement and financial accountability, the Economic Offences Wing (EOW) of Crime Branch Kashmir recorded a highly impactful performance in 2025 by taking decisive action against a wide range of economic crimes across the Valley.

According to an official statement, the EOW Kashmir reinforced its mandate of transparency, accountability and rule of law by dealing with complex cases involving fraud, cheating, forgery, job scams, land-related frauds and financial irregularities. Through meticulous investigation and timely case disposal, the Wing emerged as a crucial pillar in safeguarding public trust and institutional integrity in Jammu and Kashmir.

During the year, the Economic Offences Wing successfully disposed of 100 FIRs related to serious and intricate economic offences. These cases demanded detailed scrutiny of documentary and digital evidence, along with sustained coordination with banks, financial institutions and multiple government departments. Officials said the timely resolution of these FIRs reflects the professionalism, dedication and investigative expertise of the Wing’s officers and staff.

Beyond criminal investigations, the EOW played a significant role in grievance redressal. A total of 1,270 complaints received from the public and government agencies were carefully examined and resolved during 2025. Each complaint was assessed on factual and legal merits. Wherever required, legal action was initiated, while in other cases, lawful guidance and clarification helped resolve disputes, ensuring fairness, transparency and timely relief.

Preventive vigilance also remained a key focus area for the Wing. During the year, 290 preliminary and miscellaneous enquiries were conducted to verify facts at an early stage, identify cognisable offences and prevent disputes from escalating into prolonged litigation. Several matters were resolved at the enquiry stage itself, conserving valuable public resources and reducing unnecessary legal burden.

Job-related frauds accounted for a substantial number of cases, including fraudulent promises of government employment and overseas job placements, often targeting unemployed youth. The Wing also investigated multiple cases of land fraud, impersonation, cheating and document forgery, with particular attention to illegal job consultancies operating in the Valley.

The agency further probed cases involving fraudulent insertions in revenue and service records, including the use of forged certificates to wrongfully obtain benefits under government schemes. Several cases of misappropriation of public funds and criminal breach of trust by public servants were also detected, leading to the exposure of misuse of public resources.

In addition, the EOW examined corporate and company-related frauds involving deceptive business practices and financial irregularities. Despite an increase in workload and growing case complexity, efficient disposal was ensured through close supervision, regular review meetings and enhanced inter-agency coordination.

Officials said that during 2025, organised networks of land brokers, habitual offenders and professional fraudsters involved in systematic economic crimes were identified and booked under law, sending a strong deterrent message against financial wrongdoing.

Reiterating its commitment to protecting public trust, the Economic Offences Wing urged citizens to remain vigilant and report economic offences promptly to help build a transparent, secure and accountable economic environment in the Valley.