Malkangiri, Dec 26: Odisha Vigilance has conducted raids targeting properties linked to Nihar Ranjan Sarkar, a Junior Engineer in Malkangiri Block, over allegations of possessing disproportionate assets (DA) in relation to his known sources of income. The search operation, which began today, is being conducted at multiple locations across Malkangiri and Nabarangapur districts.

According to Odisha Vigilance officials, the operation is being led by four DSPs, seven inspectors, and other supporting personnel, all working under search warrants issued by the Honourable Special Judge, Vigilance, Jeypore.

The locations being targeted in the search include:

· Sarkar's triple-storeyed residence in Jayanagar, Malkangiri Town.

· His paternal home in MPV-10, under Kalimela police station in Malkangiri.

· The house of his relative in Raighar, Nabarangapur.

· Sarkar's office chamber at the office of the Block Development Officer (BDO), Malkangiri.

The searches are currently ongoing, and Odisha Vigilance officials have indicated that further updates on the matter will be provided as the investigation progresses.