Bribe Scandal Rocks Thane Municipal Corporation
A deputy commissioner of the Thane Municipal Corporation was apprehended by the Anti-Corruption Bureau for accepting a bribe from a builder. The arrest took place on the TMC's anniversary, with the accused having allegedly accepted Rs 10 lakh previously and Rs 25 lakh at the time of arrest.
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In a shocking turn of events coinciding with the Thane Municipal Corporation's anniversary, a deputy commissioner was apprehended for accepting a bribe. The incident unfolded as Mumbai Police's Anti-Corruption Bureau arrested the official for allegedly taking Rs 25 lakh from a builder.
It's reported that the accused had previously obtained Rs 10 lakh, pointing to a larger pattern of corruption. The arrest underscores ongoing challenges in rooting out corruption within municipal operations.
As investigations continue, Mumbai Police's Anti-Corruption Bureau promises to unveil more details regarding the illicit activities of the detained official. The case brings renewed focus to accountability within the municipal governance system.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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