Congress Accuses AAP of ₹382 Crore Health Sector Corruption in Delhi
Citing a purported CAG report, Congress alleges misuse of funds and delays in hospital projects under AAP's governance.
- Congress claims a Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) report highlights a ₹382 crore scam in Delhi's health infrastructure during AAP's tenure.
- Ajay Maken alleges significant cost overruns and delays in the construction of three hospitals, which he says were initiated during Congress rule.
- The CAG report purportedly reveals that funds sanctioned for hospital infrastructure were underutilized, with ₹2,623 crore lapsing between 2016-2022.
- Maken points to severe shortages in medical staff, facilities, and equipment across Delhi government hospitals, citing inspection findings from the CAG.
- AAP denies the allegations, accusing Congress of echoing BJP's claims, and questions the authenticity of the purported CAG report, which has not been publicly released.