Officials Under Investigation for Fire at Judge’s Residence
Authorities are investigating the role of middle-rung police officers and first responders in the fire incident at the official residence of Justice Yashwant Varma, where piles of burnt currency were discovered.
The Delhi fire chief appeared before a Supreme Court-constituted panel probing the case. Sources suggest that two officers and their junior colleagues might face scrutiny over allegations that they were influenced by a woman to access the storeroom where the fire occurred.
Was All the Cash Burnt? Key Questions Emerge
The inquiry committee and the Supreme Court Collegium are focusing on two major questions:
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What happened to the burnt cash?
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Were there other bags of money that remained intact, and if so, where are they?
Investigators believe that the mobile phones of first responders might contain crucial evidence. These devices have been confiscated, and authorities are analyzing them for deleted messages or footage—particularly regarding a mystery woman spotted in a car at the scene.
Did Some Cash Go Missing? Police Probe Underway
Authorities are also investigating whether a portion of the money was moved before the fire was reported. A source confirmed:
“The entire cash pile was not gutted, only a portion of it was burnt.”
This revelation has raised suspicions about potential foul play.
Fire Inquiry: Key Developments
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The three-judge inquiry panel has recorded the statement of Delhi Fire Services Director Atul Garg.
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His statement was documented at Haryana guesthouse in Chanakyapuri, where the committee has set up its camp office.
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The panel questioned fire officials on the procedures followed during the investigation.
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Garg denied media claims that no cash was found during the firefighting operation.
Fire Timeline & First Responder Actions
📅 March 14, 11:15 PM – A fire breaks out in the storeroom of Justice Varma’s residence.
🚒 Fire Department Report – Firefighters and police were present for two hours despite it being a minor fire.
📞 Emergency Call – The judge’s personal assistant reported the fire to police and fire departments via a PCR call.
📱 Evidence Collection – Five policemen recorded videos of the storeroom. A senior officer confiscated their phones for investigation.
📹 March 27 – Delhi Police seals the storeroom, conducts videography of the residence, and reviews CCTV footage to verify Justice Varma’s allegations of foul play.
Authorities Push for a Deeper Investigation
With multiple inquiries underway, police and fire officials are examining whether any evidence was tampered with. The mystery of the burnt cash, missing bags, and the involvement of police officers has made this one of Delhi’s most high-profile investigations in recent years.
Stay tuned for further updates.
Officials Under Investigation for Fire at Judge’s Residence
Authorities are closely examining the role of police officers and first responders in the fire incident at Justice Yashwant Varma’s residence, where burnt currency was discovered.
During an inquiry, sources revealed that two officers and their junior colleagues might have been persuaded by a woman to access the storeroom where the fire broke out. This raises serious concerns about possible evidence tampering.
Was All the Cash Burnt? Key Questions Arise
Investigators and the Supreme Court Collegium are focusing on two major questions:
-
What happened to the burnt cash?
-
Were there other bags of money that remained intact, and if so, where are they?
Authorities believe the mobile phones of first responders could provide crucial evidence. These devices have already been confiscated, and experts are analyzing them for deleted messages or footage, particularly regarding a mystery woman spotted in a car at the scene.
Did Some Cash Go Missing? Police Expand Their Investigation
As the probe deepens, investigators are trying to determine whether a portion of the money was removed before the fire started. A source confirmed:
“The entire cash pile was not burnt, only a portion of it was destroyed.”
This revelation has raised suspicions about a possible cover-up.
Fire Inquiry: Key Developments
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The three-judge inquiry panel recorded a statement from Delhi Fire Services Director Atul Garg.
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His testimony was documented at the Haryana guesthouse in Chanakyapuri, where the committee operates its camp office.
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The panel questioned fire officials on the protocols they followed during the incident.
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Garg denied media claims that firefighters found no cash during their operation.
Timeline of Events & Key Actions
📅 March 14, 11:15 PM – A fire breaks out in the storeroom of Justice Varma’s residence.
🚒 Fire Department Report – Firefighters and police remain at the site for two hours, despite it being a minor fire.
📞 Emergency Call – The judge’s personal assistant reports the fire to the police and fire departments via a PCR call.
📱 Evidence Collection – Five policemen record videos of the storeroom. A senior officer orders them to hand over their phones for investigation.
📹 March 27 – Delhi Police seals the storeroom, conducts videography of the premises, and reviews CCTV footage to verify Justice Varma’s allegations of foul play.
What Happens Next?
With multiple inquiries underway, police and fire officials are analyzing whether evidence was tampered with. The mystery of the burnt cash, missing bags, and the involvement of police officers has turned this into one of Delhi’s most high-profile investigations in recent years.
Authorities are expected to release more details soon. Stay tuned for further updates.
