The Dagestan Ministry of Education and Science reported that state investigators from the Investigative Committee of the Russian Federation are conducting operational measures inside the ministry building. The communication came via a Telegram channel and noted that personnel from the Investigative Department of the Investigative Committee in Dagestan carried out activities within the limits of their authorized powers.
According to information circulating online on June 7, the Dagestan Ministry of Education and Science clarified that investigators were operating within their official remit. The agency emphasized that law enforcement actions were being carried out in connection with ongoing procedures, and that the Republic of Dagestan authorities were coordinated with the appropriate federal bodies as required by law.
In relation to the broader criminal inquiry, authorities are reviewing payments to school principals connected with the ministry, with statements referencing law enforcement agencies. The case has drawn public attention as officials examine potential irregularities in financial dealings involving educational leadership.
As part of the unfolding developments, the rector of Dagestan State Technical University was detained on charges related to large-scale fraud and official forgery. The incident has prompted scrutiny of governance practices within higher education institutions in the region, and investigators continue to pursue potential links between administrative decisions and financial misconduct. This overview reflects ongoing reporting from official sources and corroborating press agencies. (Source: TASS and regional law enforcement communications)”