RG Kar graft case: CBI court’s arrest warrant against former deputy superintendent
The Statesman | 7 February 2026
Former Deputy Superintendent (Non-Medical) of RG Kar Medical College and Hospital, Akhtar Ali, landed in deeper trouble today as a special CBI court in Alipore issued a warrant of arrest against him in connection with the financial irregularities case linked to the institution.
According to sources, the warrant was issued after Akhtar failed to appear before the court despite being directed to do so in the ongoing CBI probe into alleged financial corruption at RG Kar Medical College. Akhtar was scheduled to be present before the court on Friday, but he remained absent. His counsel informed the court that Akhtar was unwell and undergoing treatment at a private hospital, adding that doctors had advised him complete bed rest.
However, the court was not convinced by the explanation. During the hearing, it was pointed out that Akhtar had moved the Calcutta High Court on 4 February seeking anticipatory bail in the same case, an application that was subsequently rejected. The special court observed that the plea of illness appeared unsubstantiated in the given circumstances.
The CBI counsel strongly opposed the claim, arguing that Akhtar was deliberately avoiding court proceedings under the pretext of illness. Accepting the submission, the special court judge issued a warrant of arrest against him.
Significantly, Akhtar Ali was the first to level allegations of financial irregularities against former RG Kar Medical College principal Sandip Ghosh. Acting on the directions of the high court, the CBI’s anti-corruption branch had registered an FIR against Ghosh, leading to a formal investigation into alleged financial misconduct during his tenure. However, during the course of the investigation, the focus shifted to Akhtar himself, with the CBI making what it described as “explosive” allegations against him.
The central agency has claimed that Akhtar received money from various private firms in exchange for awarding tenders, with the funds allegedly routed through his wife’s bank account. The agency has also alleged that expenses for Akhtar’s foreign travels were borne by different companies. The investigation is continuing, and CBI officials have indicated that further action may follow as the probe progresses.