| In 2025, EOW disposed 100 FIRs, resolved 1,270 complaints | | | Early Times Report
Srinagar, Dec 29: Reinforcing public trust and accountability, the Economic Offences Wing (EOW) Kashmir of Crime Branch J&K registered a landmark performance in 2025 by taking firm and decisive action against a wide range of economic offences across the Valley. Through meticulous investigations, timely disposal of cases, and proactive grievance redressal, the Wing dealt with complex frauds, cheating, forgery, job scams and financial irregularities, emerging as a key pillar in safeguarding transparency and the rule of law in Jammu and Kashmir. In a statement, The Economic Offences Wing, Kashmir of the Crime Branch J&K recorded a highly productive & impactful year in 2025 by taking decisive action against a wide spectrum of economic crimes across the Kashmir Valley. Working in strict adherence to its mandate of accountability, transparency, and rule of law, the Wing dealt with complex cases of fraud, cheating, forgery, & financial irregularities, thereby reinforcing public confidence in governance and institutional systems, it reads. During the year, EOW Kashmir demonstrated exceptional investigative capability by successfully disposing of 100 case FIRsinvolving serious & intricate economic offences. These cases required meticulous scrutiny, detailed analysis of documentary & digital evidence, & sustained coordination with various government departments, banks, & financial institutions. The timely disposal of these FIRs stands as a testament to the professionalism, dedication, and commitment of the officers and staff of the Wing, it reads. In addition to registered cases, the wing played a vital role in public grievance redressal. A total of 1,270 complaintsreceived from members of the public and government agencies were thoroughly examined and resolved during 2025. Each complaint was carefully assessed on factual and legal grounds. Wherever required, appropriate legal action was initiated, while other matters were resolved through lawful guidance, ensuring transparency, procedural fairness, and timely relief, it reads. Statement reads that, Preventive vigilance remained a key focus area. In 2025, 290 Preliminary & Miscellaneous Enquiries were conducted to verify facts at an early stage, identify cognizable offences, and prevent disputes from escalating. Several issues were effectively resolved during the enquiry stage itself through legal clarification, thereby reducing unnecessary litigation and conserving valuable public resources, it reads. |
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