CBI Arrests Ayush Ministry's Under Secretary for Demanding Bribe

New Delhi [India], Sep 14, 2018 (ANI): The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Friday arrested RK Khatri, Under Secretary, Ministry of Ayush for allegedly demanding a bribe.

The accused official had reportedly sought illegal financial favors of Rs.10 lakh from an individual for clearing his pending bills and allowing him to continue his work. The complainant is a clearing and forwarding agent (C and F agent).

As per the details, searches are being conducted in the office and residential premises of the accused official as part of the probe.

Further investigation is in process. (ANI)

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