CBI Traps Bank Manager in Mathura for Rs 4 Lakh Housing Loan Bribe

In a significant crackdown on corruption, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has apprehended a bank manager in Mathura, Uttar Pradesh, for allegedly accepting a bribe of Rs 4 lakh. The arrest comes after a meticulous trap operation, shedding light on illicit demands made for processing a housing loan.

Sunil Kumar Gupta, serving as a manager at a Bank of Baroda branch, found himself in CBI custody following a complaint that exposed his alleged demand for a hefty sum to facilitate a critical housing loan application.

According to CBI officials, Gupta initially demanded Rs 5 lakh from the complainant but eventually settled for Rs 4 lakh.

The complainant, seeking a housing loan, approached the CBI with allegations of the bank manager's persistent demands for the bribe. Acting swiftly on the complaint, the CBI laid an elaborate trap.

As part of the operation, the pre-arranged bribe amount of Rs 4 lakh was handed over to Gupta, who was immediately caught red-handed by the waiting CBI team.

Following his arrest, Gupta was produced before a special CBI court. The court subsequently remanded him to judicial custody, marking a crucial step in the ongoing investigation.

CBI spokesperson highlighted the agency's unwavering commitment to combating corruption, stating that searches were also conducted at the residential premises of the accused, leading to the recovery of incriminating documents.

This incident serves as a stark reminder of the vigilance required to maintain integrity within financial institutions and underscores the CBI's relentless efforts to root out corruption from all sectors.