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UP EOW arrested two kerosene wholesalers in Jalaun black-marketing case

Uttar Pradesh Police's Economic Offences Wing arrested two wholesale traders in Jalaun district for allegedly embezzling and black-marketing government-supplied kerosene meant for drought relief. The accused diverted 30,650 litres of kerosene, valued at Rs 3.06 lakh, intended for drought-affected residents between 2007-08. Investigations revealed the fuel was illegally sold on the black market instead of reaching fair-price shops.

7 Jun 2026 6:16 pm