In a decisive move against corruption, the Rajasthan Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) apprehended Assistant Sub-Inspector Sunil Bishnoi from the Pratapnagar Police Station in Udaipur for allegedly accepting a bribe of ₹1 lakh. This operation, executed by the Udaipur Unit of the ACB, was carried out on May 19 following a complaint received on May 9 regarding a minor dispute involving Bishnoi and two constables, Shankarlal and Banwarilal, who were reportedly attempting to extort money from the complainant.
According to the ACB’s Director General of Police, Govind Gupta, the officers summoned the complainant to the police station and demanded a bribe of ₹3 lakh in exchange for not registering a criminal case related to potential charges of molestation and rape. After negotiations, the amount was settled at ₹1.3 lakh, with the ACB team monitoring the situation closely.
- Successful trap operation — The ACB team caught Bishnoi red-handed while he was accepting ₹1 lakh from the complainant at Orbit Resort in New Bhopalpura.
- Bribe negotiation details — Bishnoi initially accepted ₹25,000 in cash and directed the complainant to arrange for the remaining amount quickly.
- Ongoing investigations — The ACB is conducting further interrogations and searches at Bishnoi’s residence as part of the ongoing investigation.
The ACB’s operation highlights the ongoing challenges of corruption within law enforcement. Following the arrest, the Bureau's Additional Director General Smita Srivastava and Inspector General of Police S. Parimala are overseeing the investigation to ensure accountability and transparency. As the ACB continues its efforts to root out corruption, this incident serves as a reminder of the importance of integrity in public service.
The arrest of ASI Bishnoi not only reflects the ACB's commitment to combating corruption but also underscores the need for reform within police departments to restore public trust. The ACB's proactive measures aim to foster a culture of accountability and deter similar incidents in the future.
