Last Updated on April 22, 2026 11:44 pm by BIZNAMA NEWS
By Inder Vashishth
In a major anti-corruption operation, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has arrested a Delhi Police constable posted in the Dwarka district’s Anti-Narcotics Cell for accepting a bribe of ₹2 lakh. The agency also recovered a substantial amount of ₹48.87 lakh during a search of the unit’s office, raising serious questions about alleged corruption within the department.
The accused, identified as Constable Ajay, was caught red-handed while accepting part payment of a larger bribe allegedly demanded from a complainant. According to the CBI, the constable, along with other unidentified police personnel, had demanded ₹15 lakh in exchange for not falsely implicating the complainant in a drug-related case.
The case was registered on April 21, 2026, following a formal complaint. Acting swiftly, the CBI laid a trap the same day and apprehended Ajay while he was accepting ₹2 lakh as an initial installment. Investigators said the complainant had been instructed to arrange ₹5 lakh as partial payment by the deadline, out of the total demanded amount.
Following the arrest, the CBI conducted a search at the Anti-Narcotics Cell office in Dwarka, leading to the recovery of ₹48.87 lakh in cash. Officials indicated that the source and intended use of this large sum are now under investigation.
In the aftermath of the incident, Inspector Subhash, who was in charge of the Anti-Narcotics Cell, has been placed on “line duty” pending further inquiry. The development has intensified scrutiny on the functioning of the unit and its officers.
The case has once again brought the issue of corruption within the police force into focus. Allegations of bribery, extortion, and misuse of authority have surfaced repeatedly in recent years, undermining public trust in law enforcement institutions. Critics argue that such incidents point to systemic issues, including lack of accountability and alleged favoritism in key postings.
Particular concerns have been raised regarding the appointment and tenure of Station House Officers (SHOs), with claims that certain officers continue to hold influential positions for extended periods due to internal patronage, rather than merit.
The CBI has stated that further investigation is underway to identify other individuals involved in the case and to determine the full extent of the alleged corruption network.