KOLKATA: Kanchrapara in West Bengal’s North 24 Parganas district has come under intense scrutiny after investigators reportedly recovered 1 Crore 77 Lakh cash and uncovered several startling findings during a search operation at a private educational institution.
According to sources, officials conducting the raid found large sums of money hidden at different locations within the school premises. Preliminary estimates suggest that cash worth several crores of rupees was recovered, raising serious questions about the institution’s financial dealings and sources of income. The money was allegedly found stored in cupboards and other concealed spaces inside the campus.
Investigators were also surprised by the presence of an air-conditioned bedroom within the school complex. The room, reportedly equipped with luxury amenities, drew attention as officials attempted to determine its purpose and who had been using it. The discovery has fuelled speculation about possible misuse of the educational institution for activities unrelated to academics.
Adding to the controversy, officials reportedly recovered packets of condoms and other personal items from cupboards during the search. The findings have prompted authorities to widen their investigation and examine whether any irregular activities were taking place within the premises.
Sources familiar with the probe said documents, financial records and electronic devices were also seized for examination. Investigators are now scrutinising the recovered materials to trace the origin of the cash and identify possible links to financial misconduct, tax evasion or other illegal transactions.
The operation reportedly followed specific intelligence inputs regarding suspicious financial activities connected to the institution. Officials are examining whether the school’s accounts and declared income match the scale of assets and cash recovered during the raid.
Local residents expressed shock after news of the discoveries emerged. Many questioned how such a large quantity of cash could allegedly be stored inside an educational institution without attracting attention. Parents and guardians associated with the school have also sought clarity regarding the management’s role and the impact of the investigation on students.
Authorities have not yet disclosed the final amount of cash recovered, and the counting process is reportedly continuing. Investigators are expected to question key individuals associated with the school’s administration and management as part of the ongoing probe.
Officials indicated that the investigation remains at a preliminary stage and further searches could be carried out if new leads emerge. The recovered documents and digital evidence are expected to play a crucial role in determining whether any financial irregularities or other violations took place.
The developments have generated significant public interest across West Bengal, with many awaiting official confirmation of the findings and possible legal action against those found responsible. Authorities have assured that a thorough investigation will be conducted and that all aspects of the case will be examined before any conclusions are drawn.
