The Haryana Anti-Corruption Bureau continues its unwavering commitment to combating corruption with transparency and fairness. A comparative analysis of previous years’ data reveals that the state of Haryana is steadily progressing toward providing corruption-free governance, signifying its dedication to transparent governance.
The Director General of Police and Director General of the Bureau, Shatrujeet Kapur, shared this information and said that under the efficient guidance and leadership of the state government, work is being done to make the state corruption-free by implementing a systematic and effective action plan. During this period, raids are conducted in the state on the basis of secret information so that strict action can be taken against the officers or employees involved in corruption. The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) has made it clear that no matter who is corrupt, the Bureau adopts the policy of zero tolerance and takes action as per the rules. By taking proactive steps this year, the Bureau has underlined its unwavering and steadfast commitment to providing corruption-free governance
The number of registered cases has significantly increased, with 140 trap cases registered by the Bureau from January to the end of October in 2023. In the same period this year, the Bureau arrested a total of 31 gazetted officers, 149 non-gazetted officers, and 30 individuals from the private sector. This reflects a substantial improvement compared to last year when 21 gazetted officers, 140 non-gazetted officers, and 26 private individuals were arrested during the same timeframe. Similarly, in 2021, the Bureau arrested 8 gazetted officers, 40 non-gazetted officers, and 49 private individuals during this period, indicating an increased vigilance against corrupt activities and a proactive approach in tackling corruption. Efficient Resolution of Cases: The Haryana Anti-Corruption Bureau not only identifies corruption-related cases but also takes necessary steps to promptly dispose of them. In 2021, 51 cases were resolved by the Bureau from January to the end of October. In 2022, the Bureau demonstrated exceptional efficiency by resolving 147 cases during the same period. This year, by the end of October, 177 cases have already been successfully resolved, a record achievement that underscores the Bureau’s commitment to handling cases promptly and impartially.
Notable Cases:
A corruption case involving government officials and private individuals in the Forest Department and Haryana State Warehousing Corporation is under investigation. Dilip Singh, a former Divisional Forest Officer in Haryana State Forest Department, Charkhi Dadri, was found involved in corrupt activities and bribery of 300,000.Sunil Kumar, Deputy Forest Range, Bhadra, Charkhi Dadri, was also implicated in the corruption case.
A major corruption scandal surfaced in Haryana State Warehousing Corporation, Panchkula, involving a high-ranking government official and a private individual engaging in bribery amounting to 300,000.
n Jaiveer Singh, a senior IAS officer and managing director of Haryana State Warehousing Corporation, Panchkula.
n Sandeep Ghanghas, a manager at Haryana Warehousing Corporation, Panipat.
n Manish Sharma, a private individual.
n Rajesh Bansal, General Manager (Confed), Haryana State Warehousing Corporation, Panchkula.
All these individuals face serious charges of bribery and corruption worth 300,000.
Additionally, as part of the anti-corruption drive, the Bureau has arrested 49 police officers for soliciting bribes ranging from 100,000 to 2,000 this year. This reflects the government’s commitment to eradicating corruption and maintaining transparency within its ranks. The campaign by the Haryana Anti-Corruption Bureau plays a crucial role in upholding the highest standards of governance and public service.
