Bribery allegations: UPRERA sacks 12 employees
UPRERA
accountant by an
anti-corruption bureau
team, following a homebuyer's complaint in Greater Noida regarding
bribery allegations
.
UPRERA chairman
Sanjay Bhoosreddy
confirmed the implementation of rigorous internal surveillance systems to ensure staff accountability and transparency. The authority now requires "an affidavit of integrity" from all personnel.
The dismissed staff included three junior engineers, one assistant accountant, four computer operators, one help desk employee and one peon and action was taken at both, Lucknow headquarters and Greater Noida's NCR regional office. To enhance security measures, the authority installed CCTV cameras across RERA offices, with senior officers monitoring staff and visitor movements. Additionally, one case has been forwarded to the Uttar Pradesh Bar Council under the Advocates Act, 1961, demonstrating their strict stance against misconduct.
Established in 2017 for homebuyer protection, UP RERA operates with a minimal workforce, maintaining effectiveness through regular training and performance assessment protocols.
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