Patna: Bihar‘s Vigilance Investigation Bureau has arrested a Madhubani-based executive engineer for allegedly accepting a ₹5 lakh bribe. The officer, identified as Ritesh Chandra Sinha, was caught during a trap operation in Patna on November 8, 2026.
The subsequent search of his residence led to the recovery of ₹6.11 lakh in cash, while 12 bank accounts were found holding deposits of more than ₹52.92 lakh. The investigation has also uncovered documents related to land, investments and other assets.
Details of Bihar Engineer Bribe Case
According to information released by the Bihar Vigilance Investigation Bureau, Ritesh Chandra Sinha was posted as an executive engineer in the Madhubani Road Division of the Road Construction Department.
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The vigilance team arrested him while he was allegedly accepting ₹5 lakh at his flat in Patna.
When he noticed the presence of the vigilance officials, he reportedly threw the bribe money out of a window. However, the team immediately recovered the cash and arrested him.
The operation followed a complaint filed by Arun Kumar Singh, a resident of Dehri-on-Sone in Rohtas district.
What is the Reason of Bihar Engineer Bribe Case
According to the complainant, the engineer allegedly demanded a 3% commission for clearing pending payments related to road construction work under the Madhubani Road Division.
The pending payment was approximately ₹6.50 crore, making the alleged total bribe demand ₹19.50 lakh.
The engineer reportedly demanded ₹5 lakh as an advance payment.
After receiving the complaint, the Vigilance Investigation Bureau verified the allegations. Once the complaint was found to be supported by the verification, the bureau planned a trap operation and arrested the officer.
Search Reveals ₹6.11 Lakh Cash And 12 Bank Accounts
Following the arrest, the vigilance team searched the engineer’s residence and recovered several financial documents and assets.
The search resulted in the recovery of ₹6,11,900 in cash. Investigators also identified 12 bank accounts containing deposits of ₹52,92,270.
The bureau initiated the process of freezing the identified bank accounts and taking action regarding the related locker.
Officials also recovered documents connected to land purchases and property transactions in Patna.
Bihar Engineer Bribe Case: Gold, Silver Jewellery And Insurance Documents Found
The investigation uncovered several other financial records and assets during the residential search. These included:
- Gold and silver jewellery with an initial estimated value of ₹16.19 lakh.
- Documents related to land registration and property transactions in Patna.
- Two payment receipts worth ₹5.40 lakh and ₹1.01 lakh linked to a construction company in his wife’s name.
- Documents related to nine insurance policies.
- Bank locker-related documents.
- Receipts connected to jewellery purchases.
- A scooter registered under the name of an associated campaign.
The vigilance team is examining the recovered documents and financial records to understand the officer’s assets and investments. The final value of the jewellery may change after an official assessment.
Vigilance Bureau Plans Further Investigation
Vigilance Investigation Bureau Director General Jitendra Singh Gangwar said that the investigation would be completed quickly and a chargesheet would be submitted before the court.
The bureau also plans to seek a speedy trial in the case.
According to the official information provided by the bureau, the offence carries a maximum punishment of up to seven years under the applicable legal provisions.
The bureau has also stated that it will arrange reimbursement of the ₹5 lakh bribe amount to the complainant.
The investigation and examination of the recovered documents are continuing. The final findings will depend on the investigation and judicial proceedings.
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