Anti-Corruption Bureau Apprehends Shamirpet Tahsildar and Executive Magistrate in Rs 30 Lakh Bribery Sting

Hyderabad: In a significant anti-corruption operation, the Anti-Corruption Bureau has apprehended the Shamirpet Tahsildar and Executive Magistrate T. Sucharitha in connection with an alleged bribery scheme spanning Medchal-Malkajgiri district.

According to ACB officials, the Tahsildar is accused of seeking Rs 30 lakh from a resident in exchange for facilitating and authorizing NALA conversion applications pertaining to 30 acres of farmland.

The investigation revealed that Sucharitha received Rs 2 lakh as an initial installment through her driver V. Nagesh on May 26 at approximately 2 pm. ACB personnel recovered the bribe amount from the driver's possession during the operation.

The Bureau characterized the alleged conduct as improper and dishonest discharge of official responsibilities undertaken to secure unlawful personal benefit.

In addition to Sucharitha, authorities have also taken driver V. Nagesh into custody. Both individuals are expected to be presented before the First Additional Special Judge overseeing Special Public Examination and Anti-Corruption Bureau matters at Nampally for judicial remand proceedings.

The investigation into the matter is continuing, with officials maintaining confidentiality regarding the complainant's identity as a precautionary measure.

Citizens who encounter demands for bribes are encouraged to lodge complaints through the Anti-Corruption Bureau's toll-free helpline at 1064.