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Suspended CSP Neha Pachisia's Troubles Mount as High Court Transfers Case to Anti-Corruption Bench.
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News18•21-09-2026, 21:14
Suspended CSP Neha Pachisia's Troubles Mount as High Court Transfers Case to Anti-Corruption Bench.
- •Jabalpur High Court has sent suspended CSP Neha Pachisia's petition to quash her FIR to the Prevention of Corruption Act Bench.
- •The state government argued that sections of the Prevention of Corruption Act were added, necessitating a hearing in the appropriate bench.
- •Neha Pachisia is accused of non-cooperation in the investigation, and a look-out circular was issued due to apprehension of her fleeing abroad.
- •Separate arrest warrants have been issued for Neha Pachisia, Kshitij Raj Barapatre, and Maroof Hanfi, with a reward announced for the accused.
- •Formerly an air hostess, Neha Pachisia was suspended following allegations of extortion, negligence in a murder case, and land deal irregularities.
Key Questions Answered
The Jabalpur High Court sent suspended Katni CSP Neha Pachisia's petition to quash the FIR against her to the Prevention of Corruption Act Bench, scheduling the next hearing for September 22, 2026 before the new bench.
The state government opposed the petition because sections of the Prevention of Corruption Act were added to the case, and they argued the hearing must therefore take place in the appropriate Prevention of Corruption Bench.
Neha Pachisia faced suspension and an FIR following complaints of alleged extortion from a transporter, negligence in a murder case, irregularities in a land deal where an 82.86 lakh property was allegedly bought for 18.20 lakh under pressure, and abuse of official position.
