The Scam That Shook a Nation

On May 24, 1971, a man posing as a courier claimed to be delivering secret funds from the Prime Minister's Office, leading to a major theft at a State Bank of India branch. The stolen Rs 60 lakh was quickly recovered, and the culprit was apprehended, but subsequent investigations revealed a series of mishandlings and mysterious events that sparked numerous conspiracy theories. Based on extensive police records and reports, The Scam That Shook a Nation provides an authoritative account of the incident, its investigation, and its impact on political integrity.