Assam: CBI grills HDFC bank officials in stock market investment scam

Dibrugarh: The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Saturday stepped up its investigation into the multi-crore stock market scams that have plagued Assam.

A team of five CBI officials questioned HDFC Bank officials at the Dibrugarh police station, seeking information related to the bank accounts involved in the fraudulent activities.

The focus of the CBI's inquiry is on Bishal Phukan, the alleged prime accused behind the scams, and his associates, including actor-choreographer Sumi Borah, Tarkik Borah, and Amlan Borah. The agency has also questioned investors who fell victim to the deceptive schemes.

On Friday, the CBI registered six FIRs against individuals implicated in the scams, including the actress-influencer.

These cases were filed under the Banning of Unregulated Deposits Schemes Act, 2019, and various sections of the Indian Penal Code.

The Assam Police had earlier referred 36 cases to the CBI for further investigation, and the six newly registered FIRs represent the initial phase of the agency's probe.

As the investigation unfolds, more details about the extent of the scams and the individuals involved are expected to emerge.