Katni, August 29, 2026 (Yes Punjab News)
Suspended Katni City Superintendent of Police (CSP) Neha Pachisia suffered a setback on Saturday after a district court rejected her anticipatory bail plea in a case involving an alleged land deal and misuse of official position.
The court dismissed Pachisia’s anticipatory bail application (BA/821/2026), citing the seriousness of the allegations and the evidence gathered during the investigation. She has been absconding since an FIR was registered at Kuthla police station in connection with the case.
Two alleged associates — financier Kshitij Raj Barapatre and paper buyer Maroof Ahmed Hanfi — are also absconding. Police have announced a reward of Rs 10,000 each for information leading to the arrest of the three accused.
The case came into focus after Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav ordered action against Pachisia following allegations of irregularities in a land transaction and misuse of her official position. The state government subsequently suspended her, with the Chief Minister announcing the action on Thursday.
An eight-member Special Investigation Team (SIT), headed by Jabalpur Additional Superintendent of Police Anjana Tiwari, is investigating the case. The team is examining bank transactions, documents and digital records linked to the alleged transaction.
Katni Superintendent of Police Abhinay Vishwakarma said police teams were conducting searches at multiple locations to trace the accused.
“Searches are being conducted at possible hideouts, and all available evidence is being examined. Police teams are making continuous efforts to trace the accused,” he said.
The investigation is also examining financial transactions and documentary records that could help establish the sequence of events in the alleged land deal.
Police sources said the sealed office of the suspended CSP may be opened to recover documents and electronic records considered relevant to the investigation.
“The investigation is based on documentary, financial and digital evidence. Further action will be taken according to law after examining all the evidence,” Vishwakarma said.
Police said efforts to locate all three accused were continuing.
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