Bhavesh Chouhannews highlights from Rajasthan on 22 September 2025
Major News from Rajasthan
- Multi-crore fraud racket busted in Jaipur
The Special Operations Group (SOG) of Rajasthan Police cracked a large fraud case in Jaipur. Three peopleтАФa man from Jodhpur (Banshilal alias Prince Saini), his fianc├йe, and an aide from NagaurтАФwere arrested. The Times of India
They allegedly duped around 250 people by promising luxury SUVs at Rs 6 lakh each under a fake company, Harvest AI Technology Private Ltd, collecting nearly тВ╣15 crore. The Times of India
The fraud was aided by a fake website, use of deceptive social media profiles, and claims of foreign managers to appear legitimate. Saini had also allegedly run other scam operations targeting students and investors. The Times of India - Jaipur Central JailтАЩs safety & overcrowding issues exposed
Jaipur Central Jail is under scrutiny as numbers reveal gross overcrowding. As of July 31, it held about 2,059 inmates, despite being officially built for only 1,173тАФmaking its occupancy rate around 175.5%. The Times of India
Staffing is also below norms. Ideal ratio per the Model Jail Manual is one warder for six inmates; however, here itтАЩs about one guard per eight inmates. The Times of India
Problems were highlighted after two inmates escaped, exploiting weaknesses in monitoring. Seven warders have been suspended since. Critics say similar lapses keep recurring and that systemic reforms are overdue. The Times of India - Tourism infrastructure gets a big push
At the Rajasthan Domestic Travel Mart (RDTM) 2025 in Jaipur, the state announced a plan to invest тВ╣5,000 crore into tourism infrastructure. The goal: make Rajasthan a prime destination for domestic tourists, improve amenities, boost safety (especially for women), and support rural artisans. First India
As part of this, a mobile app for women tourists was unveiled, and womenтАЩs self-help groups were given platforms to showcase handicrafts, leather goods, woodwork, block prints etc., aiming to enhance livelihood opportunities. First India - Renewable energy projects: OIL India & RVUNL collaboration
Oil India Limited has signed a Joint Venture Agreement (JVA) with RajasthanтАЩs RVUNL (Rajasthan Rajya Vidyut Utpadan Nigam Limited) to build 1.2 GW of renewable energy (solar + wind) in Rajasthan. The Economic Times+1
Of this, 1,000 MW will come from solar projects, 200 MW from wind. This ties into broader green energy goals, with supply intended for state distribution companies and commercial consumers. Angel One - Weather alerts in parts of Rajasthan
IMD (India Meteorological Department) has issued warnings of heavy rains in several districts: Alwar, Bharatpur, Karauli, Dausa and Dholpur. OB News
The alert comes amid the tail-end of monsoon season. Residents in affected areas have been advised to stay alert for disruptions due to rain, especially related to waterlogging, flood risk, and issues with electricity and infrastructure. OB News - Bank holiday in Jaipur
Due to Navratra Sthapna festivities, all banks in Jaipur are closed today. India TV News
Observations & Implications
- The fraud case shows how digital and remote-based scams are being used increasingly, preying on aspirational buyers. Enforcement and awareness seem to lag behind these methods.
- Overcrowding and understaffing in jails is a longstanding issue. Recent incidents (like escapes) often force action, but systematic correction remains a challenge.
- The push in tourism and green energy indicates the Rajasthan government is serious about aligning with sustainable development goals, economic growth, and womenтАЩs safety/employment.
- Heavy-rain alerts suggest that even as monsoon withdraws, risks from weather events persistтАФgood early warning systems and prepared infrastructure are crucial.
