Anti-corruption bureau catches retired government officer taking bribe

News Date : December 11, 2009

Hyderabad: A retired official of the Board of Revenue, Andhra Pradesh, Hyderabad was caught red-handed by officials of Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) when he demanded a bribe of Rs3,25,000 and accepted Rs 1,00,000 from the complainant today.

An ACB release said that the retired officer I Krishna Murthy demanded bribe stating that there are petitions against the complainant and other officers with the bureau and that he will get the petitions closed by using his influence on the DG of ACB.

The bribe of Rs1,00,000 was recovered from the possession of the accused, Krishna Murthy, arrested and being produced before the principal special judge for ACB cases, Hyderabad for judicial custody.

Source : http://www.dnaindia.com/india/report_anti-corruption-bureau-catches-retired-government-officer-taking-bribe_1322552

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1. Andhra Pradesh Vigilance Commission : The Andhra Pradesh Vigilance Commission is an independent advisory body to deal with prevention of corruption and maintenance of integrity in public services, ensuring just and fair exercise of administrative powers vested in various authorities under the State Government. Its primary objective is to advise the Government in matters relating to corruption, misconduct, lack of integrity or other malpractices or misdemeanour on the part of public servants under the executive power of the State.
2. Maharashtra Anti Corruption Bureau : The Maharashtra State Anti Corruption Bureau was constituted under the Government of Maharashtra, Home Department, with a view to eradicating the evil of bribery and corruption. The Anti-Corruption Bureau has jurisdiction over the State of Maharashtra. Raise your voice and it shall be heard

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