Overview

• An FIR lodged on July 19 names Govil for cheating and criminal breach of trust after undersecretary Umesh Chandiwade’s cross-complaint triggered the probe
• Authorities allege Govil collected ₹2.61 crore from 28 state employees between May 2019 and December 2021 for ownership transfers of Blue Bell Society flats
• Police have summoned Govil for questioning but have made no arrests as the investigation proceeds under Senior Inspector Jitendra Sonawane
• Victims contend Govil promised to use high-level contacts to secure registrations within months for extra fees of ₹10–15 lakh per person
• Staffers have petitioned the Planning Department to withhold Govil’s retirement benefits pending the outcome of the fraud case