By Bizodisha Bureau, Bhubaneswar, October 9, 2022: Police have written to the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to ascertain details of bank accounts and fixed deposits of Archana, who was arrested from Bhubaneswar on Thursday evening on the charge of allegedly honey-trapping and blackmailing several prominent personalities to dupe money from them.

According to Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP), Bhubaneswar, Pratik Singh, all assets owned by the Archana Nag are being assessed, and an investigation is in progress to obtain detailed information.

“Probe is also on to identify others involved in the racket. Notice has been issued to the woman’s husband Jagabandhu Chand who is yet to be questioned because of his ill health. We are conducting the investigation from all angles and examining all possible aspects,” he said.

The high-profile honey-trap case has gathered steam with police finding some 64 photos from accused Archana’s email, wherein some influential people of the state including some veteran political leaders were seen in a compromising position with her. In the photos, several prominent persons, including top Railway officials, Tahasildars and aides of various political heavyweights were also seen with Archana Nag.

Archana, sources said, had allegedly hired around 20 high-profile sex workers and was always in search of wealthy customers. These sex workers were asked to click photographs with the prominent personalities to whom they provide their services. Later, Archana used the photographs to blackmail them and extort a hefty amount of money.

Police have also unearthed photos, Aadhar cards and bank account details of the sex workers working with Archana.