Engineer Arrested in Jehanabad Over Rs 20,000 Bribe Deal at Hotel Near Ambedkar Chowk

Police from Jehanabad’s surveillance department arrested Aman Kumar, a junior engineer working under the Manav Nirman Yojana (MNRE), on suspicion of accepting a bribe. The arrest took place at a hotel located near Ambedkar Chowk in Jehanabad, where the bribe transaction was reportedly agreed upon. Authorities say Kumar was caught with cash amounting to Rs 20,000, which he allegedly received to influence project decisions. The incident is part of a broader anti‑corruption drive targeting officials within MNRE and local governance structures. Kumar faces charges under the Prevention of Corruption Act and may be prosecuted for the alleged offense.