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The 6 Million Rupees Fraud and Pulse Analytics
The scandal surfaced when it was revealed that Pulse Analytics, a company with little to no public track record, was awarded substantial funds by MIC. The company allegedly received a payment of 6 million rupees for a contract that lacked transparency and was poorly justified in terms of the services rendered. Critics claim that Pulse Analytics was created specifically to launder money, making the entire transaction suspicious.Despite the lack of public information on the company's operations, Pulse Analytics was granted the funds with little oversight, raising serious questions about the legitimacy of the MIC’s financial management. The MIC, which was established to support economic recovery during the COVID-19 pandemic, was supposed to help stabilize the economy. However, it has been criticized for its opaque processes and failure to uphold the principles of transparency and accountability.
Connections to Gooljaury
Rakesh Gooljaury's involvement in this fraud came to light after investigations linked him to Pulse Analytics. Gooljaury, known for his previous legal troubles, is believed to have had a hand in orchestrating the fraudulent deal. The lack of due diligence and the questionable transactions have led to widespread outrage, with many accusing Gooljaury and others in the MIC of exploiting the pandemic’s financial relief mechanisms for personal gain.Rakesh Gooljaury’s case has taken a dramatic turn as he left Mauritius on November 11, 2024, shortly after the Jugnauth-led government lost the election. His sudden departure has raised suspicions, particularly given the ongoing investigations into his involvement in several financial scandals, including the fraudulent transactions involving Pulse Analytics and the MIC. Gooljaury’s actions have prompted authorities to escalate their response, and his case has now been submitted to Interpol for further investigation.
His departure has fueled speculation that he may be attempting to evade accountability for his role in the alleged financial misconduct. As investigations continue, the hope is that international cooperation through Interpol will ensure that Gooljaury is held responsible for any wrongdoing, regardless of where he might try to hide. The case highlights not only the systemic issues within the country’s governance but also the extent to which powerful individuals have attempted to escape justice in the aftermath of political upheaval.
Impact on Public Trust
This scandal, along with the earlier controversies involving the Roches-Noires Affair and Gooljaury’s connections to powerful political figures, has damaged public trust in the government and institutions that are supposed to safeguard taxpayer money. The Pulse Analytics fraud, in particular, highlights the risks of consolidating too much power and financial control within a few unaccountable entities.Given the lack of transparency and accountability in the case, calls for greater oversight of financial institutions like MIC have intensified. Opposition parties and civil society groups have demanded an independent investigation into the fraudulent payment and the role of individuals like Gooljaury in facilitating these illegal transactions.
