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Delhi Health Dept Corruption: Ex-CPA Head Dr. Vinod Ranga Arrested The Anti-Corruption Branch (ACB) of the Delhi government has arrested Dr Vinod Kumar Ranga, former Head of Office of the Central Procurement Agency (CPA), Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS), Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi (GNCTD), in connection with an alleged corruption case involving irregularities in the procurement of medicines, surgical items, consumables and medical equipment. According to the ACB, the case stems from a complaint forwarded by the Directorate of Vigilance, GNCTD, alleging large-scale irregularities in procurement carried out by the Central Procurement Agency. It was alleged that certain public servants and private individuals entered into a criminal conspiracy to manipulate procurement processes, tender conditions and technical specifications to favour selected firms and suppliers, resulting in wrongful loss to the government exchequer and corresponding wrongful gain to private entities. The allegations pertain to the procurement of Portable X-Ray Machines, Bed Sheets and Linen Items, C-Arm Radiological Equipment, Anaesthesia Work Stations, Oral Rehydration Solu…

Former Delhi health services chief arrested in Rs 350-crore medical ... The Delhi government’s Anti-Corruption Branch (ACB) Thursday arrested former Director General of Health Services (DGHS) Dr Vatsala Agarwal in connectionwith an alleged procurement scaminvolving Rs 350 crore worth of medicines, surgical supplies, and medical equipment. Agarwal was taken into custody as part of the ACB’s ongoing investigation into alleged financial irregularities in government procurement. On June 19,the ACB arrested Dr Vijay Kumar Rangain the same case. Following his arrest, investigators took him into custody for questioning to probe the alleged irregularities and the roles of officials involved. According to ACB officials, the alleged scam is linked to the procurement of medicines, surgical items, and medical equipment worth several hundred crore rupees through the Central Procurement Agency (CPA), which functions under the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS). The ACB is examining financial transactions, procurement procedures, and officials’ involvement in the alleged irregularities. With the arrest of Dr Vatsala Agarwal, the total number of arrests made by the ACB in connectio…

Delhi ACB arrests top ex-health official Dr Vatsala Aggarwal in multi-crore health ‘scam’ - The Tribune The Delhi government’s Anti-Corruption Branch (ACB) on Saturday arrested former Director General of Health Services (DGHS) Dr Vatsala Aggarwal in connection with the alleged Rs 600-crore health procurement scam, making her the second arrest in the case involving suspected large-scale irregularities in the purchase of medicines and medical equipment for Delhi government hospitals. The arrest comes days after the ACB apprehended Dr Vijay Kumar Ranga, who was remanded to four days’ police custody by a Delhi court. Investigators said the probe pertains to alleged financial irregularities in procurements worth several hundred crores undertaken by the Central Procurement Agency (CPA), which functions under the DGHS. According to the ACB, the investigation was launched following a complaint by the Directorate of Vigilance, which flagged suspicious procurement practices and procedural violations. The agency has alleged that tenders for portable X-ray machines, bed sheets and linen, C-arm radiological equipment, anaesthesia workstations, Oral Rehydration Solution (ORS), surgical consum…

Delhi Government arrests former top health official in In multi-crore medical scam case The arrest of Dr. Vatsala Aggarwal comes days after the ACB apprehended Dr. Vijay Kumar Ranga in the same case and he was later remanded to four days’ police custody by a Delhi court

How tender 'irregularities' created an Rs 640-crore hole in Delhi’s health budget Delhi's Anti-Corruption Branch has arrested former DGHS director Vatsala Aggarwal and ex-deputy controller Neeraj Chopra in a massive Rs 640-crore procurement scam. They are accused of manipulating tenders for medicines and equipment, causing significant losses by favouring specific suppliers for inflated-price purchases. This breakthrough follows an FIR and earlier arrest, revealing a deep-rooted conspiracy within the Central Procurement Agency.

Former DGHS Dr Vatsala Agarwal arrested in multi-crore medical ... Former DGHS Dr Vatsala Agarwal arrested in multi-crore medical procurement scam By IANS | Updated: June 28, 2026 10:50 IST 2026-06-28T10:48:23+5:30 2026-06-28T10:50:08+5:30 Preferred on Preferred on Next New Delhi, June 28 The Anti-Corruption Branch (ACB) of the Delhi government has arrested former Director General of ... Former DGHS Dr Vatsala Agarwal arrested in multi-crore medical procurement scam New Delhi, June 28 The Anti-Corruption Branch (ACB) of the Delhi government has arrested former Director General of Health Services (DGHS) Dr Vatsala Aggarwal in connection with a multi-crore alleged medical procurement scam involving irregularities in the purchase of medicines, surgical items, and medical equipment. Officials confirmed that Dr Aggarwal, who was already under suspension at the time of her arrest, was taken into custody on Saturday. The agency also arrested Deputy Controller of Accounts Neeraj Chopra in the same case. According to ACB officials, the case relates to alleged financial irregularities in procurement carried out through the Central Procurement Agency (CPA), which functions under the Director…

Delhi Government Arrests Former Health Official in Procurement Scam The Anti-Corruption Branch (ACB) of the Delhi Government has detained Dr. Vatsala Aggarwal, formerly the Director General of Health Services (DGHS), amid an investigation into alleged procurement fraud. The arrest occurred on Saturday, June 27, 2026, following the apprehension of Dr. Vijay Kumar Ranga, another key figure implicated in the same case. Both arrests are part of a broader investigation into alleged irregularities in the acquisition of medical supplies, surgical items, and equipment, with financial implications reportedly amounting to several hundred crores of rupees. The inquiry commenced after the Directorate of Vigilance raised concerns about questionable transactions associated with the Central Procurement Agency (CPA) operating under the DGHS. Investigators alleged that the procurement processes for items such as portable X-ray machines, surgical consumables, and anaesthesia workstations were conducted at inflated prices, resulting from artificially manipulated tender specifications designed to favour specific suppliers, thus excluding legitimate bidders. The ACB officially registered a case on J…

Former Delhi DGHS official arrested in alleged ₹650-crore procurement scam; more IAS officers under scanner - CNBC TV18 Former Delhi DGHS official arrested in alleged ₹650-crore medical procurement scam; IAS officers under scanner Some IAS officers are likely to be summoned for questioning in the coming days as part of the ongoing probe. By Shankar Anand June 29, 2026, 8:55:38 AM IST (Updated) 2 Min Read The Delhi government's Anti-Corruption Branch (ACB) has arrested former Director General of Health Services (DGHS) Dr Vatsala Agarwal in connection with an alleged ₹650-crore medical equipment procurement scam, officials said. The ACB also arrested Deputy Controller (Finance) Neeraj Chopra in the case. According to sources, the investigation has widened to include several IAS officers, government officials and other individuals. Some IAS officers are likely to be summoned for questioning in the coming days as part of the ongoing probe. The arrests follow the earlier arrest of Dr Vinod Kumar Ranga, the former Head of Office (HOO) of the Central Procurement Agency (CPA), in the same case. Investigators expanded the probe after his arrest and completed legal formalities related to Ag…