Jammu December 30: The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) Jammu of Crime Branch J&K has registered a landmark performance in 2025 by taking firm and decisive action against a wide range of economic offences across the Jammu zone by registering 67 new FIRs, resolving 1,186 complaints in 2025
Through meticulous investigations, timely disposal of cases and proactive grievance redressal, the specialised wing dealt with complex frauds, cheating, forgery, job scams and other financial irregularities, emerging as a key pillar in safeguarding transparency and the rule of law in Jammu and Kashmir.
During the year, EOW Jammu successfully disposed of a record number of FIRs involving serious and intricate economic offences and registered 67 new cases, breaking a 25-year record. The monetary value of the disposed cases chargesheeted by the agency in the Hon’ble Courts of Law involved approximately ?20 crore.
A total of 22 accused persons in different FIRs were arrested, while teams of EOW Jammu were deputed across the Jammu zone and other parts of the country to conduct searches and effect arrests.
These cases required meticulous scrutiny, detailed analysis of documentary and digital evidence, and sustained coordination with various government departments, banks and financial institutions. The timely disposal of these FIRs stands as a testimony to the professionalism, dedication and commitment of the officers and staff of the Wing.
The EOW also played a vital role in public grievance redressal, resolving 1,186 complaints during the year. Each complaint was carefully examined on factual and legal grounds. The Wing investigated numerous land frauds, high-profile cases, impersonation and cheating incidents, visa frauds, misappropriation of government money and misuse of official position by public servants, with particular focus on illegal job consultancies operating in the Jammu zone.
During 2025, organised networks of land brokers, habitual offenders and professional fraudsters involved in systematic economic crimes were identified and booked under law, sending out a strong deterrent message.
Further strengthening investigations, Photo Sections of EOW Jammu established in different districts of the Jammu zone performed a remarkable job by providing comprehensive photographic coverage of crime scenes. These sections covered a total of 3,599 crime scenes in different types of cases registered at various police stations across the Jammu zone, helping secure crucial evidence.
Under the guidance and supervision of Crime Headquarters J&K, the Economic Offences Wing carried out its duties with dedication towards society by effectively preventing and detecting economic crimes and imparting awareness on new criminal laws among the general public.
The EOW expressed gratitude to various government departments, financial institutions, including banks, and the private sector for their continued cooperation and timely sharing of information, which facilitated investigations and effective disposal of cases.
Reiterating its commitment to protecting public trust, EOW Jammu urged citizens to remain vigilant and promptly report economic offences to ensure a transparent and secure economic environment.
