Overview
- The state-funded effort at Nanaji Deshmukh Veterinary Science University began in 2011 with Rs 3.5 crore to study a cow-based formulation as a potential cancer treatment.
- Investigators allege about Rs 1.92 crore went to cow dung and urine, storage vessels, raw materials and machinery that should have cost Rs 15–20 lakh at market rates.
- The report cites 23–24 air trips to cities including Goa and Bengaluru, a Rs 7.5 lakh vehicle, another Rs 7.5 lakh on fuel and maintenance, and roughly Rs 15 lakh on furniture and electronics as non-essential to the project.
- University officials deny any wrongdoing, saying purchases followed open tenders, audits were completed, and rules were followed.
- The project produced no validated cancer cure, and the Divisional Commissioner will review the findings to determine next steps.