Pimpri Chinchwad, 15th January 2024: Kirit Somaiya has escalated his scrutiny over Neo Star Infraproject, a company associated with Pratap Pawar, revealing startling details during the ongoing investigation. The company, with a nominal ₹1 lakh paid-up capital, reportedly received a staggering ₹435 crores from Serum Institute, the manufacturer of COVISHIELD. Intriguingly, it is alleged that ₹300 crores from this amount were diverted to other Pratap Pawar-owned companies, raising suspicions of possible kickbacks.
In a significant move, Somaiya met with the Registrar of Companies in Pune to conduct a comprehensive inspection of Neo Star Infraproject’s financial records. This latest revelation adds a new layer to the ongoing investigation into financial irregularities involving prominent figures.
The transaction in question points to a substantial sum being funneled from Serum Institute to a company linked to Pratap Pawar, raising concerns about the transparency and legality of the financial dealings. Somaiya, known for his tenacity in exposing financial discrepancies, has hinted at a potential kickback scenario.
As the inspection of records progresses, more details are expected to emerge, shedding light on the intricacies of financial transactions involving Neo Star Infraproject, Serum Institute, and Pratap Pawar-owned companies.
