In Bhojpur, a panchayat secretary was caught accepting a ₹10,000 bribe while issuing a birth certificate. The panchayat secretary caught accepting ₹10,000 bribe in Bhojpur was arrested after vigilance officials acted on a complaint from a local resident.
The complainant said he had tried for months to get a birth certificate for his daughter‑in‑law. The official initially demanded ₹20,000 but later agreed to accept ₹10,000. The citizen informed the authorities, prompting a sting operation.
Vigilance officers carefully monitored the Ara Sadar block office. They spotted the secretary taking the cash and immediately arrested him. The panchayat secretary accepting ₹10,000 bribe in Bhojpur was taken to the vigilance office for questioning.
The accused has been identified as Jitendra Prasad, serving in his first posting. Officials confirmed that strict legal action will follow. This arrest sends a strong message against corruption in local offices. Authorities urged citizens to report any irregularities.
