Guwahati: The sleuths of the Vigilance and Anti-Corruption cell of Assam police have arrested a government employee from Dhubri district of Assam while accepting bribe.
The arrestee has been identified as Azharul Islam.
According to Reports, Azharul is the District Programme Officer of Sarva Siksha Abhijan Mission in Dhubri.
Reportedly, Islam was arrested red-handed by the vigilance team while accepting bribe.
According to the probing agency, Islam had demanded money for release of outstanding salary of the complainant.
Taking to Twitter, ADGP (Law & Order) GP Singh wrote, “Sri Azharul Islam District Programme Officer, Sarva Siksha Abhijan Mission, Dhubri has been trapped and arrested red handed today by team of @DIR_VAC_ASSAM while accepting demanded money for releasing outstanding salary of the complainant. @assampolice @CMOfficeAssam”
Meanwhile, a case under relevant sections has been lodged against Islam.
The anti-corruption unit and the Assam Police are keeping a close eye on the state to stop all forms of corruption. Numerous state government representatives have been exposed while receiving bribes.
Additionally, the police have established a helpline at 1800-345-3767 where residents can report instances of bribery.