A senior GST official, Madhukar Dhok, has been arrested in Thane for allegedly demanding and accepting a bribe of Rs 20,000. The arrest took place on October 30, 2023, during Vigilance Awareness Week, after the Anti Corruption Bureau (ACB) set a trap. Dhok was caught red-handed accepting Rs 7,000 from the complainant, and now faces charges under the Prevention of Corruption Act.
Introduction
In a shocking turn of events, a GST official in Thane city found himself on the wrong side of the law during Vigilance Awareness Week. Madhukar Dhok (57) was arrested on October 30, 2023, for allegedly demanding and accepting a bribe in connection with a GST application. This incident has drawn significant attention and has implications for the ongoing efforts to combat corruption.
A senior GST official, Madhukar Dhok, was taken into custody by the Maharashtra Anti Corruption
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FAQ :
Madhukar Dhok, a 57-year-old GST official, was arrested for allegedly demanding and accepting a bribe in connection with a GST application.
The arrest occurred on October 30, 2023, in Thane city.
Vigilance Awareness Week is observed by the Central Vigilance Commission from October 30 to November 5 to promote awareness and reduce corruption.
The official allegedly solicited a bribe of Rs 20,000.
The Maharashtra Anti Corruption Bureau (ACB) set up a trap and apprehended the official while he was accepting Rs 7,000 from the complainant.
Madhukar Dhok faces charges under the Prevention of Corruption Act.