Chandigarh, May 15 -- The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has intensified investigation into the alleged Rs.116 crore fake fixed deposit receipt (FDR) scam linked to the Chandigarh municipal corporation (MC) and Chandigarh Smart City Limited funds, seeking records from the civic body.

The agency has issued a formal notice to the municipal commissioner, seeking documents connected to the case. The CBI has cautioned that failure to comply with the notice could invite legal action under the provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS).

As part of the investigation, the CBI has sought service records, appointment letters, posting details, as well as specimen signatures and handwriting samples of dismissed outsourced accountant Anub...