Vigilance Bureau Nabs Junior Engineer in Madhubani Bribery Sting Operation
In a significant crackdown on corruption, the Vigilance Investigation Bureau (VIB) executed a successful operation on Wednesday, resulting in the arrest of a junior engineer, Harishankar Kumar, for allegedly accepting a bribe of Rs 12,000. The arrest took place at the Kaluahi block office located in Madhubani district, marking a decisive move against graft in public service.
Complaint Triggers Vigilance Action
The VIB's intervention was prompted by a formal complaint lodged by Aryan Kashyap, whose firm had recently completed a sanitation vending machine installation project in the Pali Mohan gram panchayat. According to the complaint, the junior engineer, Harishankar Kumar, demanded a bribe to facilitate the release of a payment amounting to approximately Rs 3 lakh, which was due for the project's completion. This alleged extortion highlighted systemic issues in the disbursement of funds for public works.
Elaborate Trap Leads to Red-Handed Capture
Acting swiftly on the complaint, a specialized VIB team, under the leadership of Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Mohammad Wasim Firoz, meticulously planned and laid a trap to apprehend the accused. The operation culminated in the junior engineer being caught red-handed while accepting the bribe money at the Kaluahi block office. This swift action underscores the bureau's commitment to rooting out corruption and ensuring accountability in government departments.
Ongoing Investigation and Legal Proceedings
Following the arrest, the VIB team has initiated a thorough investigation into the matter to uncover any potential links or broader implications of the bribery case. The accused, Harishankar Kumar, is scheduled to be produced before the special court in Muzaffarpur on Thursday for further legal action. This step is part of the judicial process aimed at delivering justice and deterring similar corrupt practices in the future.
Key Points of the Case:
- Arrest Location: Kaluahi block office, Madhubani district.
- Amount Involved: Bribe of Rs 12,000 demanded for releasing Rs 3 lakh payment.
- Complainant: Aryan Kashyap, representing a firm involved in a sanitation project.
- Investigation Lead: DSP Mohammad Wasim Firoz of VIB.
- Next Steps: Production before Muzaffarpur special court on Thursday.
