Kendrapara, Oct 31: A former revenue assistant of Rajkanika Block in Odisha's Kendrapara district has been accused of misappropriating government funds amounting to Rs 1,07,69,424.

The accused, identified as Shashikant Rana, allegedly withdrew the salaries of block employees multiple times during his tenure as the establishment clerk and treasurer.

Following the allegations, Rajkanika Block Development Officer (BDO) Kailash Chandra Mahalik lodged a complaint against Rana at Rajkanika police station.

Rana was serving as the establishment clerk and treasurer at Rajkanika Block from 2018 to November 30, 2024. During this period, he allegedly made multiple withdrawals of salary funds meant for block employees.

The matter came to light after the Rajkanika Sub-Treasury Officer informed the BDO about the alleged financial irregularities on October 23. Subsequently, the Kendrapara Collector, on October 28, issued a letter directing legal action against the former official.

Acting on the complaint, Rajkanika police have registered a case and initiated an investigation into the alleged embezzlement.