Chandigarh, October 12, 2026 (Yes Punjab News)
The Punjab Vigilance Bureau (VB) arrested eight people, including six government officials and two private individuals, while allegedly accepting bribes in six separate trap cases during September, an official spokesperson said on Monday.
The spokesperson said the Bureau continued its drive against corruption among public servants and others across the state, with efforts aimed at curbing corrupt practices in different spheres.
During September, the Vigilance Bureau submitted challans in 23 vigilance cases before various competent courts. It also registered a vigilance inquiry to thoroughly investigate a corruption case, the spokesperson said.
In addition, the Bureau registered four criminal cases against eight accused, including seven government employees. One disproportionate assets case was also registered against a government employee.
Six Convicted in Four Bribery Cases
The spokesperson further said that various competent courts delivered verdicts in four bribery cases pursued by the Vigilance Bureau during the month.
Six people were convicted and sentenced to imprisonment ranging from two to five years. The courts also imposed fines ranging from Rs 5,000 to Rs 25,000, according to the spokesperson.
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