Madhya Pradesh cop who took Rs 1,600 for dacoit’s arrest gets promotion after 15 years

The Indian Express reports that a police constable in Madhya Pradesh was paid Rs 1,600 as a bounty for the arrest of a notorious dacoit. He accepted the amount as per the standard practice of rewarding officers for successful operations. Fifteen years later, the same officer, now a sub‑inspector, received a promotion to the rank of inspector, according to the state police department’s latest circular. The promotion was part of the regular annual merit list and reflects his long‑standing record. The story highlights how modest financial incentives are often tied to law‑enforcement actions in rural India, while career advancement remains dependent on seniority and performance reviews. The officer’s rise underscores the persistence required to climb the police hierarchy.