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Gensol Faces Expanded Government Scrutiny Over EV Loan Misuse

The Ministry of Corporate Affairs has launched an inquiry into Gensol Engineering's alleged diversion of state-backed loans, with a decision on a formal probe expected soon.

Overview

  • SEBI has barred Gensol Engineering promoters Anmol and Puneet Jaggi from capital markets and ordered a forensic audit of the company.
  • Approximately ₹262 crore of the ₹977.75 crore in state-backed loans meant for EV procurement remains unaccounted for, with funds allegedly diverted for personal and unrelated uses.
  • BluSmart Mobility, a related entity of Gensol, has suspended operations in key cities, citing fallout from SEBI's findings.
  • The Ministry of Corporate Affairs has initiated a suo motu inquiry into Gensol, examining potential corporate governance violations and financial irregularities.
  • State lenders PFC and IREDA are under criticism for failing to monitor the end-use of funds, allowing misuse through falsified documents and layered transactions.