Chandigarh officials, April 26
A Junior Engineer (JE) and a Head Draftsman of the UT Estate Office have been arrested by the Vigilance Cell for allegedly taking a bribe of Rs 15,000.
Vigilance officials said they received a complaint that the accused were demanding a bribe in lieu of inspection of violation removal and its clearance. After verifying the complaint, vigilance sleuths laid a trap and nabbed Bipin Bagga, posted as Head Draftsman in the building branch, while allegedly taking Rs 15,000 in bribe at his office.
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Chandigarh officials claimed that Bagga was accepting the bribe on behalf of JE Vishnu Kumar. Subsequently, the JE was also arrested.
A case under Section 7 of the Prevention of Corruption Act and 120-B of IPC has been registered at the Vigilance Cell. The vigilance sleuths also conducted searches at the houses of both accused.
The detention of two Chandigarh officials in connection with graft allegations underscores the ongoing battle against corruption within the region. As authorities continue their investigations, it serves as a reminder of the importance of upholding integrity and accountability in public service. This development highlights the commitment to root out corruption and maintain transparency, ultimately contributing to the trust and credibility of governmental institutions.
