Real Estate Director Arrested in Connection with Hathras Land Scam
Gautam Buddha Nagar Police have apprehended the director of a real estate firm in connection with the Hathras land scam involving irregularities in land acquisition.
Real EstateLand ScamGautam Buddha NagarArrestHimalaya Infra Private LimitedReal EstateJan 09, 2025
The director of a real estate company, 'Himalaya Infra Private Limited,’ was taken into custody on Wednesday.
This development is linked to alleged irregularities in the acquisition of about 42 hectares of land by the Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority (YEIDA) in 2011-12.
Assistant Commissioner of Police (Noida Zone I), Praveen Kumar Singh, confirmed the arrest of Vivek Kumar Jain.
He stated that Jain was apprehended from the Beta-2 police station area.
Singh further noted that the company in which Jain holds a directorial position is being investigated as a potential shell company.
Following his arrest, Jain was produced before a court in Meerut and subsequently sent to 14-day judicial custody.
The roots of the scandal trace back to 2019 when a case was registered against several high-ranking officials.
Key figures implicated in the case include the then Chief Executive Officer of YEIDA, PC Gupta; Chief Development Officer (CDO) Satish Kumar; OSD B P Singh; Tehsildars Suresh Chand and Ranveer Singh; and Naib Tehsildar Chaman Singh.
The police have since filed a chargesheet in court against 12 accused, including the two Tehsildars.
The apprehension of Jain is a significant step forward in the investigation, as it sheds light on the alleged involvement of private firms in the land acquisition process.
The case has drawn widespread attention due to the large scale of land involved and the potential financial ramifications for the individuals and entities implicated.
The Gautam Buddha Nagar Police remain committed to thoroughly investigating the matter and ensuring that all parties involved are held accountable for their actions.
The community and local authorities are closely monitoring the developments, hoping for a resolution that upholds the rule of law and justice for all stakeholders.
Himalaya Infra Private Limited is a company that has been under scrutiny for its suspected involvement in various real estate ventures.
The company's role in the Hathras land scam is currently being examined to determine the extent of its participation and any potential legal violations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who was arrested in connection with the Hathras land scam?
Vivek Kumar Jain, the director of Himalaya Infra Private Limited, was arrested by the Gautam Buddha Nagar Police.
What is the Hathras land scam about?
The Hathras land scam involves alleged irregularities in the acquisition of about 42 hectares of land by the Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority (YEIDA) in 2011-12.
Who are the other individuals implicated in the case?
Other individuals implicated in the case include the then Chief Executive Officer of YEIDA, PC Gupta; Chief Development Officer (CDO) Satish Kumar; OSD B P Singh; Tehsildars Suresh Chand and Ranveer Singh; and Naib Tehsildar Chaman Singh.
What happened to Vivek Kumar Jain after his arrest?
After his arrest, Vivek Kumar Jain was produced in a Meerut court and sent to 14-day judicial custody.
What is the current status of the investigation?
The Gautam Buddha Nagar Police continue to investigate the matter and have filed a chargesheet in court against 12 accused, including two Tehsildars.
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