CBI Cracks Down on Corruption: Guwahati Defense Accounts Official Busted for Accepting Bribe

Breaking News: Assam’s Controller of Defense Accounts Official Nabbed for Accepting Bribe

In a swift and surgical operation, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) arrested Mrinmoy Ghosh, a serving official from the Controller of Defense Accounts, in Guwahati’s Satgaon area. Ghosh, who holds the position of accounts officer, was taken into custody for allegedly accepting a bribe to clear a pending bill. Reliable sources confirmed the development, which has sent shockwaves through the official circles.

According to sources, Ghosh is accused of soliciting a whopping Rs 2.72 lakh in exchange for clearing the pending bill. The CBI operation, which culminated in Ghosh’s arrest, saw him caught while allegedly accepting a partial payment of Rs 43,000, part of the total demanded bribe amount.

The CBI officials, who executed the operation, recovered the partial payment and more evidence, which they believe will strengthen the case against Ghosh. The development has sparked concerns about the level of corruption within the organization and the measures being taken to root out such malpractices.

The arrest has sent a strong signal that the CBI will not tolerate any form of corruption, and it will take swift and decisive action against those found guilty. The official has been booked under relevant sections of the Prevention of Corruption Act, and the investigation is ongoing to gather more evidence and build a strong case against him.

The Controller of Defense Accounts has issued a statement, confirming Ghosh’s suspension and assuring that a thorough investigation will be conducted to ensure that justice is served. The news has sent a ripple of concern among the public, who have called for stricter measures to curb corruption and ensure transparency in government transactions.

As the investigation continues, it remains to be seen what other evidence is recovered and what charges are ultimately filed against Ghosh. The CBI’s swift action has sent a strong message that corruption will not be tolerated, and we will be monitoring the situation closely to provide updates as more information becomes available.

Original Source: https://www.sentinelassam.com/north-east-india-news/assam-news/assam-cbi-nabs-guwahati-defense-accounts-official-for-accepting-43000-bribe
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Publish Date: 2025-04-06 17:23:00