Kota Constable Arrested for Allegedly Accepting ₹2,000 Bribe at Badgaon Police Outpost
Kota, October 25, 2026: The Rajasthan Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) arrested Constable Abhay Singh posted at the Badgaon Police Outpost under Nanta Police Station in Kota City after allegedly catching him red-handed while accepting a bribe of ₹2,000 from a complainant.
According to the ACB, the trap operation was conducted on Sunday on the directions of the bureau’s headquarters.
Constable Allegedly Threatened to Frame Complainant
The complainant approached the ACB’s Kota unit and alleged that a dumper had hit a motorcycle, which subsequently collided with the complainant’s car. Following a dispute arising from the incident, the dumper owner filed a report against the complainant at Nanta Police Station.
Constable Abhay Singh, posted at the Badgaon Police Outpost, was investigating the matter. The complainant alleged that the constable threatened to implicate him falsely in the case and demanded a bribe.
The ACB verified the complaint. During verification, the constable was found to have allegedly accepted ₹700 from the complainant and demanded the remaining ₹2,000 at a later stage.
ACB Conducts Trap Operation
The trap operation was carried out under the supervision of Kota Range Deputy Inspector General of Police Om Prakash Meena and the direction of Additional Superintendent of Police Vijay Swarnkar of the ACB Kota unit.
A team led by Police Inspector Prithviraj Meena arrested the constable while he was allegedly accepting ₹2,000 from the complainant at the Badgaon Police Outpost.
Further Investigation Underway
The ACB said questioning and further proceedings against the accused constable were underway under the supervision of Additional Director General of Police Smita Srivastava and Inspector General of Police S. Parimala.
A search of the accused’s residence was also being conducted. The bureau will register a case under the Prevention of Corruption Act and carry out further investigation.
The ACB has also advised people against falling victim to fraud in the name of the bureau. Anyone facing proceedings, including a complaint or preliminary inquiry, can contact the ACB directly to submit their explanation. The bureau said such explanations are examined before decisions are taken during an investigation.
People can report corruption through the ACB’s toll-free helpline 1064 or WhatsApp helpline 94135-02834, both available 24 hours a day.
FAQ Section
1. Why was the Kota constable arrested?
The ACB arrested Constable Abhay Singh for allegedly accepting a ₹2,000 bribe from a complainant.
2. Where was the constable posted?
He was posted at the Badgaon Police Outpost under Nanta Police Station in Kota City.
3. How much money was allegedly accepted during verification?
The ACB stated that the constable had allegedly accepted ₹700 during complaint verification.
4. How much bribe money was allegedly accepted during the trap?
The constable was allegedly caught accepting ₹2,000 during the trap operation.
5. What was the dispute about?
The complaint concerned a road incident in which a dumper hit a motorcycle, which then collided with the complainant’s car. The dumper owner subsequently filed a report against the complainant.
6. Who led the ACB trap team?
The team was led by Police Inspector Prithviraj Meena under the direction of Additional Superintendent of Police Vijay Swarnkar.
7. What action is being taken after the arrest?
The ACB said questioning, a search of the accused’s residence and further investigation under the Prevention of Corruption Act were underway.
8. How can people report corruption in Rajasthan?
People can contact the ACB through its toll-free number 1064 or WhatsApp helpline 94135-02834, available 24 hours a day.
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