Excise Department Official Caught In Alleged Bribery In Guwahati

03:46 PM Oct 16, 2024 | G Plus News

 

GUWAHATI: The Directorate of Vigilance and Anti-Corruption (DVAC) in Assam arrested Partha Hazarika, Office Superintendent of the Excise Department, in Janata Bhawan, Guwahati for accepting a bribe of ₹24,500 on October 15. 

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Hazarika was caught red-handed near the main gate of Janata Bhawan, Dispur, while allegedly taking a bribe from a complainant in exchange for issuing a bar license.

The arrest was made following a complaint lodged with the DVAC, leading to the operation that exposed the illegal activity. Authorities are continuing their investigation into the case to uncover further details.