Pune/Delhi, October 14: The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has arrested the Executive Director of Munitions India Limited (MIL) and two other private individuals in connection with an alleged bribery case involving demands for and acceptance of illegal gratification in exchange for official favours.
According to a press release issued by the CBI on October 14, the arrests were made on October 13, 2026. The agency registered the case on October 12, 2026, against the accused public servant over allegations of corruption during his tenure as Executive Director at Munitions India Limited, Pune.
The CBI alleged that the accused public servant, in connivance with certain private contractors and vendors, was involved in demanding and accepting illegal gratification in exchange for extending official favours.
₹2.23 Crore Cash Recovered During Searches
During searches conducted at the premises of the accused public servant in Pune, the CBI recovered approximately ₹1.73 crore in cash.
Further searches were conducted at premises linked to the accused in Mysuru, Bengaluru and Delhi, where the agency recovered approximately ₹50 lakh in cash, along with incriminating documents.
The total cash recovery reported by the CBI stands at approximately ₹2.23 crore.
Investigation Underway
The CBI said that the investigation into the case is continuing. Further details regarding the alleged bribery transactions and the role of the accused are awaited.
The allegations are under investigation, and the guilt of the accused will be determined through the due process of law.(KNC)
