Here are the key takeaways from the blog post regarding the ongoing dispute over flood relief funds:

• Evidence of False Reporting: The local Revenue Department filed an official report on February 9, 2026. It claimed that flood relief funds had been successfully disbursed to the beneficiaries.
• Contradictory Bank Records: A detailed review of the bank statement for Arun Pratap Singh (February 2025) was conducted. It shows no entry for “Flood Relief.” There is also no record of any similar government grant.
• Disregard of Digital Proof: Beneficiaries sent the bank statement to Lekhpal Pawan Kumar Shukla via WhatsApp. They did this before he submitted his report. He ignored this evidence. He marked the grievance as “resolved”.
• Specific Financial Discrepancies: The bank statement only records PM-Kisan payments of ₹2,000 on February 24, 2025. It does not reflect the significant disaster relief amount claimed by the department.
• Escalation for Accountability: A new grievance (GOVUP/E/2026/0017874) has been filed with the SDM Sadar. This action challenges the arbitrary report. It also demands the specific UTR (Unique Transaction Reference) number for the alleged payment.
• Demand for Inquiry: The complaint requests a formal investigation. It questions the conduct of the investigating officer for furnishing misleading information on a government portal.

Flood Relief Funds: Challenging False Reporting in Disaster Relief

The integrity of government relief systems depends entirely on the accuracy of ground-level reporting. Issues related to the distribution and allocation of funds for flood relief have recently come to light. However, a recent case in Village Panchayat Nibi Gaharwar, Mirzapur, reveals a troubling gap between official claims and financial reality.

The Core Dispute: Official Claims vs. Financial Evidence

On February 9, 2026, a local Revenue Department officer filed a formal investigation report. This report asserted that the government successfully disbursed flood relief funds (Baadh Rahat) to eligible beneficiaries. The list of recipients included Arun Pratap Singh, Mahesh Pratap Singh, and Keshav Pratap Singh. The officer concluded the matter and advised the victims to check their bank statements to confirm the deposit.

However, a detailed review of the India Post Payments Bank (IPPB) statement for Arun Pratap Singh (A/c No. 059610181236) tells a different story:

• No Relief Credit: The transaction history for February 2025 contains no record of government flood relief funds. It also has no record of any disaster grant.
• Documented Credits: The account received only two PM-Kisan installments of £2,000 each on February 24, 2025.
• Balance Discrepancy: The month ended with a closing balance of just £667.39. This low balance confirms that the bank never received the significant flood relief funds mentioned in the report.

The Failure of Administrative Accountability

This case is particularly concerning because the officer ignored clear digital evidence. The department was about to close the grievance. Before this happened, the beneficiary sent his bank statement directly to the WhatsApp number of Lekhpal Pawan Kumar Shukla. Incidentally, this statement should have verified the transfer of funds for flood relief.

The officer held this evidence in his hand. It clearly proved that the bank had not received the payment. Despite this, the officer submitted a “resolved” status on the portal. This action suggests a deliberate attempt to bypass transparency. It appears the officer closed a public grievance through a report that was arbitrary. The report was also inaccurate regarding the allocation of flood relief funds.

Demand for Transparency: The UTR Requirement

When a government department claims it made a payment, it must provide proof. A vague instruction to “check a statement” is insufficient when the statement itself proves the funds are missing. Now, it is essential for the administration to validate any transfer of flood relief funds by sharing documentation.

You have escalated a new grievance (GOVUP/E/2026/0017874) to the Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) Sadar and the Chief Minister’s Secretariat. This complaint makes the following specific demands:

• Proof of Payment: The department must provide the Unique Transaction Reference (UTR) number. It must also disclose the specific date of the alleged transfer of funds designated for flood relief.
• Administrative Inquiry: The SDM must investigate why the officer filed a “resolved” report while holding evidence to the contrary.
• Justice for Victims: The government must immediately disburse the sanctioned flood relief funds to the rightful heirs of the land.

Conclusion

Disaster relief is a statutory right for those who lose their livelihoods to natural calamities. It is not a charity. When lower-level officials submit misleading reports, they commit a humanitarian injustice. Citizens must use digital evidence like WhatsApp logs and bank PDFs to hold the system accountable. These tools remain the most effective way to challenge negligent staff. In summary, by ensuring scrutiny of flood relief funds transactions, we help public resources reach those most in need.

Based on the documents provided, here are the application IDs and the contact details for the public authorities involved in your case:

Application and Document IDs (Flood Relief Funds)

• Active Grievance ID: GOVUP/E/2026/0017874 (Filed on 12/02/2026).
• Closed Grievance ID: GOVUP/E/2026/0003181 (Closed on 10/02/2026).
• RTI Application Number: DMOMR/R/2026/60008.
• Land Record (Khatauni) Unique Code: 2111261351000012.
• Bank Account Number: 059610181236 (India Post Payments Bank).

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Concerned Public Authorities (Flood Relief Funds)

Authority / Officer	Role / Department	Contact Details
Shri Arvind Mohan	Joint Secretary, Chief Minister Secretariat	Email: arvind.12574@gov.in Phone: 0522-2226350
Pawan Kumar Shukla	Lekhpal (Investigating Officer)	Mobile: 8858376152
Tehsildar Sadar	Revenue Administration, Mirzapur	Mentioned as the verifying authority in the prayer.
District Magistrate	Collector, Mirzapur	Primary recipient of the initial corruption complaint.

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Web Link Details

• UP Bhulekh (Land Records): https://upbhulekh.gov.in.
• E-District Portal (Certified Copies): https://edistrict.up.gov.in (Referenced for obtaining certified Khatauni copies).
• India Post Payments Bank: contact@ippbonline.in | Support: 155299.

Would you like me to draft an email to Joint Secretary Shri Arvind Mohan? I will attach the bank evidence. This will ensure it is reviewed at the Lucknow level.