At a time of zero tolerance against corruption, a Kharupetia Agriculture Development Officer (ADO) Jyotirekha Das has been arrested for allegedly taking bribes from the farmers of the region.
The officer was arrested after being caught red-handed while taking a bribe during an operation launched by Mangaldoi Anti-Corruption Branch. The ADO was taking the bribe of Rs. 15,000 from the farmers for issuing certificates for selling paddy. Further, the case is being investigated.
Meanwhile, there is a lot of talks that there are many Mandal’s of Demow Circle Office who have been caught taking bribes from people. On the other hand, there were allegations that Mandal, Naren Phukan used to take bribes and do work in Demow Circle Office.