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AP High Court Orders CID to Accelerate Probe into E-Stamp Scam
✍️ The New Indian Express
🗓 08 Sep 2026, 02:40 PM
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The Andhra Pradesh High Court has directed the Central Investigation Department to expedite its investigation into the e-stamps fraud case, urging a swift resolution.
The Andhra Pradesh High Court issued a directive today, instructing the Central Investigation Department (CID) to hasten its probe into the e‑stamps fraud case that has drawn public attention. The court emphasized the need for a prompt and thorough investigation to restore confidence in the state’s electronic stamping system.
In its order, the bench highlighted that delays in the investigation could undermine the integrity of the e‑stamp platform and potentially allow further misuse. The directive calls for the CID to present a detailed progress report within a specified timeframe.
The e‑stamp scheme, introduced to digitize stamp duty payments, has faced allegations of irregularities and alleged collusion among officials. The court’s intervention signals a serious stance against corruption and a push for accountability.
CID officials are expected to comply with the court’s directive and accelerate their investigative work. The outcome of this probe will likely influence future reforms in the state’s digital taxation framework.
In its order, the bench highlighted that delays in the investigation could undermine the integrity of the e‑stamp platform and potentially allow further misuse. The directive calls for the CID to present a detailed progress report within a specified timeframe.
The e‑stamp scheme, introduced to digitize stamp duty payments, has faced allegations of irregularities and alleged collusion among officials. The court’s intervention signals a serious stance against corruption and a push for accountability.
CID officials are expected to comply with the court’s directive and accelerate their investigative work. The outcome of this probe will likely influence future reforms in the state’s digital taxation framework.