Bulgaria’s Minister of Regional Development has alleged a scheme to steal over one billion leva (approximately 500 million euros) from road construction projects was prepared during the final days of the Rosen Zhelyazkov government. The alleged theft was to be facilitated by a change in the methodology for indexing public procurement contracts. The minister made the claims during a press conference, suggesting the altered indexing system would have allowed for misappropriation of funds. Details regarding specific projects or individuals involved were not immediately released. Authorities are expected to investigate the allegations of corruption and potential financial wrongdoing. The timing of the announcement, shortly after a government transition, has drawn scrutiny. Further investigation is needed to verify the claims and determine the extent of the alleged scheme.