Staff Reporter 

ITANAGAR, Jan 8: In a major crackdown on corruption, the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB), Government of Arunachal Pradesh, has arrested two private individuals acting as brokers in a massive bribe collection racket linked to fraudulent enhancement of compensation awards. 
The arrests were made in Case No. 13/2025, exposing a well-organised syndicate operating in Seppa, Kameng region. The accused have been identified as Rajo Gyadi (46) of Tassomora village and Yayo Yangfo (36) of T-II Colony, Seppa.
According to the ACB, Rajo Gyadi, in connivance with Takam Kechak, the then DLRSO Seppa, fraudulently enhanced compensation awards for select beneficiaries. Along with another absconding accused, the syndicate allegedly collected a staggering ₹19.51 crore as bribes. Out of this amount, ₹1.96 crore was directly routed into Gyadi’s personal and associated firm bank accounts through post-dated cheques.
The second accused, Yayo Yangfo, played a key role in routing bribe money using post-dated cheques, collecting ₹1.77 crore, which forms part of the total ₹19.51 crore scam amount.
The ACB further revealed that Khya Bagang, another member of the syndicate, had already been arrested earlier, leading to crucial disclosures and strengthening the case.
Officials confirmed that investigation is ongoing, with further arrests likely as evidence continues to emerge. The ACB stated that the action reflects the government’s zero-tolerance policy towards corruption and reiterated its commitment to dismantling such networks.
The Bureau has urged citizens to report any instances of corruption or bribe demands, either by visiting the ACB Police Station, Itanagar, or by calling 9436040055 to lodge complaints.

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Kenter Joya Riba

(Managing Editor)
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