Muzaffarpur Agriculture Officer Arrested in Bribe Scandal, Raids Uncover Cash & Gold

• Muzaffarpur District Agriculture Officer Sudhir Kumar arrested red-handed accepting a Rs 19,000 bribe.
• Raids at his Patna and Muzaffarpur premises yielded Rs 1 lakh cash, over 250 grams of gold/silver, and investment documents.
• Kumar, also Director ATMA, was accused of demanding Rs 2 lakh for re-engaging a de-selected BTM.
• The officer, holding three key posts, was due to retire on February 28, sparking administrative commotion.
• Vigilance action follows a complaint by Santosh Kumar, highlighting increased anti-corruption efforts.

Why It Matters: Muzaffarpur DAO Sudhir Kumar arrested for bribery, exposing corruption and leading to significant seizures.