Mumbai: Amit Ghawate, the Joint Director of the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) Mumbai Zonal Unit, is facing mounting allegations of misconduct and misuse of authority. A formal complaint has been lodged by an officer of the Central Agency, accusing Ghawate of a series of serious infractions. These allegations include the unauthorized use of a red beacon on his private vehicle and the misuse of a government vehicle for personal tasks, in direct violation of established rules, misusing of official power and receiving illegal gratification.

In response to the complaint, the NCB’s Deputy Director General (DDG) of the Western Zone has initiated a detailed Preliminary Enquiry into the matter. The enquiry is aimed at investigating these claims and bringing to light any potential misconduct.