The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) announced the arrest of two public servants in Anantnag district, Jammu and Kashmir, for accepting a bribe of Rs 15,000. The arrested individuals include a Patwari from the Revenue Department and a Chowkidar from Halqa Soaf Shali area in Kokernag.
The CBI initiated the case on January 15, 2026, after the Patwari allegedly demanded Rs 30,000 as a bribe for demarcating the complainant’s land. Acting swiftly, the CBI set a trap on the same day and apprehended the Patwari and the Chowkidar red-handed while accepting Rs 15,000 from the complainant.
Both accused public servants are now in custody, with ongoing investigations. The CBI and the Jammu and Kashmir Anti-Corruption Bureau are actively combating corruption among public officials in the region.
Transparency, accountability, and public service ethics in Jammu and Kashmir have faced challenges during the prolonged period of terrorism. However, with the decline in terrorist activities, efforts to restore integrity and discipline among public servants have shown progress.
Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has taken proactive measures to ensure conscientious and honest service delivery in the Union Territory. Notably, 85 government servants with alleged terror links have been dismissed underlining the commitment to uphold accountability in public service.
