Motihari mayor’s husband tops criminal list after East Champaran police announced a cash reward of ₹1 lakh for his arrest. Motihari mayor’s husband tops criminal list in the newly released list of 100 most wanted criminals in the district.
Police named Deva Gupta, husband of Motihari Mayor Priti Gupta, as the most wanted person. Officials say he faces more than two dozen serious criminal cases. These include murder, extortion, land grabbing, and threats.
The police released the list to control rising crime in the district. Officers asked all listed criminals to surrender within ten days. Anyone who fails to do so will face strict legal action.
Rewards announced for the criminals range from ₹5,000 to ₹1 lakh. The total reward amount is around ₹8 lakh. Many names on the list are linked to liquor smuggling, robbery, and violent activities.
Senior police officials said they will speed up arrests after the deadline ends. They also warned that property seizure and court action may follow.
Police urged citizens to share information about the accused. Officials promised confidentiality and rewards for credible tips. The move aims to restore public safety and send a strong message against crime in East Champaran.
