West Bengal Government Initiates Probe Into 57,000 Fake Banglar Bari Housing Scheme Beneficiaries

West Bengal authorities have launched a formal investigation into 57,000 alleged fake beneficiaries linked to the <b>Banglar Bari housing scheme</b>. Officials stated that approximately 12,000 individuals had previously received housing funds illegally during the tenure of the former government. A dedicated committee, headed by retired judge <b>Biswajit Basu</b>, has been tasked with probing these corruption allegations. The administration has issued a stern warning to the remaining identified beneficiaries, urging them to return the misappropriated funds immediately to avoid potential <b>legal action</b>. This probe aims to ensure transparency and accountability in the distribution of state-sponsored housing benefits across the region.