A staggering alleged scam of ₹62,000 crore has been unearthed in Bihar, with the state government unable to account for a significant portion of its expenditure. This shocking revelation comes from the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) report, which was tabled in the Bihar Legislative Assembly by Finance Minister Bijendra Prasad Yadav during the monsoon session. The report raises serious questions about major development schemes, financial management, and budget utilization.

According to the CAG report, the Bihar government has failed to submit utilization certificates (UCs) for expenditures totaling ₹62,632 crore. A total of ₹92,131 crore in UCs were pending, with ₹39,228.57 crore identified as pending in the 2024-25 fiscal year. This raises severe transparency concerns regarding the state's financial operations and suggests the possibility of a large-scale scam. As per regulations, UCs must be submitted within 18 months of receiving funds.

The report also highlights irregularities within the Water Resources Department. Between December 2005 and April 2022, tenders were issued for seven schemes across three river basins (Bagmati-Adhwara, Kamala-Balan, and Mahananda) without acquiring the necessary land, leading to incomplete projects. Furthermore, in Araria and East Champaran districts, ₹3.30 crore was spent on the construction of two bridges. Contractors allegedly claimed completion on paper and received payments, even though the approach roads remained unfinished. Specifically, in Noniya Toli of Betauna village, Patahi block, East Champaran, ₹2.41 crore was sanctioned for a road and bridge, with ₹2.33 crore paid, but the road is incomplete. Similarly, near Thapkol village, Jokihat block, Araria, ₹1.31 crore was allocated for a road and bridge between Thapkol and Kadhabana, with ₹97 lakh paid to contractors, but land disputes prevented the completion of the approach road. The CAG has termed this a 'major scam'.

The 'Har Ghar Nal Ka Jal' (Tap Water to Every Household) scheme has also fallen short of its objectives. Contrary to government claims, the Jal Jeevan Mission dashboard indicates only 95.71% coverage, leaving 11.22 lakh families in 46,633 rural wards without access to clean drinking water. The report also notes that while Bihar's revenue has increased, over 83% of it has been consumed by revenue expenditures such as salaries, pensions, and administrative costs, leaving only 52% of resources for development. By March 2025, Bihar's debt stood at ₹3,74,134 crore.