Bribes, Raids And Hidden Deals: What's Telangana's Big Crackdown On Corruption

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6 days ago

Officials say this proactive approach is already yielding results, with a wave of high-profile arrests and public support.
GHMC Deputy Commissioner Nabbed
Ravikumar, a Deputy Commissioner with the GHMC Rajendranagar Circle, allegedly demanded Rs 5 lakh from a hotel owner, threatening to seize the premises. He accepted Rs 2 lakh and was caught in the act by ACB officials.
Labour Department Scam
In Mancherial, two Labour Department officials were arrested for demanding bribes from the families of deceased workers. One officer took Rs 50,000 after initially asking for Rs 1.5 lakh, while another demanded Rs 30,000 from a woman in Bellampalli.
Park Bribe Busted
In a dramatic twist, one official asked for the bribe to be handed over not at the office but in a public park. ACB officials tracked the location and caught the accused red-handed during the handoff.
Women Officers Also Under Watch
ACB sources revealed that several women government officials are also being investigated. In some cases, bribes are being routed through staffers while the officers build personal wealth in the form of land, gold, and properties.
Public Trust Grows, Complaints Rise
Citizens across Telangana are stepping forward with confidence, encouraged by quick ACB action and guaranteed anonymity. This shift in sentiment has led to a record number of complaints, surpassing last year's figures well before 2025.
Officials say this momentum will continue, sending a strong message across departments: bribe-takers will be exposed, regardless of rank or gender.