In a major anti-corruption operation, Odisha Vigilance officials caught a Junior Assistant from the District Education Office in Bhadrak district while he was allegedly accepting a bribe of ₹10,000.
The accused, identified as Srikant Das, was apprehended during a trap operation conducted jointly by Vigilance teams from Bhadrak and Balasore following a complaint regarding the alleged demand for a bribe.
Vigilance Team Conducts Successful Trap Operation
According to official sources, the accused had allegedly demanded ₹10,000 from a complainant for issuing a certificate.
Acting on the complaint, Odisha Vigilance officials planned and executed a trap operation. The team intercepted the accused during the transaction and immediately detained him for further investigation.
Key Highlights
- Junior Assistant Srikant Das was caught during a vigilance trap.
- The alleged bribe amount was ₹10,000.
- The money was reportedly demanded for issuing a certificate.
- Odisha Vigilance teams from Bhadrak and Balasore conducted the operation.
- Further investigation is currently underway.
Simultaneous Raids Conducted at Multiple Locations
Following the arrest, Vigilance officials intensified the investigation and launched simultaneous searches at multiple locations linked to the accused.
The raids were carried out at:
- Residence of the accused
- Office premises
- Two additional locations connected to the case
Officials are examining documents and other records to determine whether there are any links to disproportionate assets or additional irregularities.
Investigation Continues
Authorities stated that the probe remains active and further findings are expected after detailed verification of records and seized materials.
The Vigilance department is also assessing whether any other individuals may be connected to the alleged corruption case.
Odisha Vigilance Continues Anti-Corruption Drive
The latest operation is part of Odisha Vigilance’s ongoing efforts to curb corruption in government offices across the state.
Officials have reiterated their commitment to taking strict action against public servants found involved in bribery and corruption-related activities.
The department continues to encourage citizens to report instances of corruption, helping authorities take prompt action through vigilance investigations and trap operations.
