CAG’s Report Subject to Scrutiny by Parliament: SC
On 23rd August, 2024, the Supreme Court (SC), in a case, ruled that reports from the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) are subject to scrutiny by Parliament.
The Case
- The case revolves around a Joint Venture Agreement (JVA) between Karnataka Power Corporation Limited (KPCL) and Eastern Mineral and Trading Agency (EMTA) for coal mining and supply.
- Disputes arose over the washing and disposal of coal rejects, with allegations that coal worth crores was misappropriated.
- The CAG’s report, which had yet to be scrutinized by Parliament, prompted the CBI to initiate an inquiry, resulting in charges against the firm involved.
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