The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), Anti-Corruption Branch (ACB) in Patna, has registered a formal case against a driver/postman and a senior postal official for allegedly demanding a bribe to process a transfer file. The case highlights a corruption nexus within the Rohtas Division of the Postal Department, where a driver allegedly acted as a middleman for a senior superintendent.
The FIR was registered on January 13, 2026, following a successful verification of the complaint.
The Accused
The CBI has officially named the following individuals in the First Information Report (FIR):
- Shri Sri Lal: A Driver and Postman attached to the Office of the Superintendent of Post Offices (SPOs), Rohtas Division, Sasaram.
- Shri Marut Nandan: Superintendent of Post Offices (SPOs), Rohtas Division, Sasaram (alleged to have demanded the bribe through his driver).
The Allegations: A Blocked Promotion and Transfer
The investigation was triggered by a complaint from Shri Bittu Kumar Kharwar, a Gramin Dak Sewak (GDS).
According to the CBI:
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- Promotion to Delhi: Kharwar was promoted and ordered to transfer from Rohtas, Bihar, to the Delhi Circle, Chankyapuri, in December 2025.
- The Bottleneck: To join his new post in New Delhi, Kharwar was required to produce his personal file, which had to be forwarded by the SPOs Rohtas Division.
- The Demand: When the file was not sent, Kharwar was unable to join his duty. Shri Sri Lal, acting on behalf of the SPOs Shri Marut Nandan, allegedly demanded a bribe of ₹50,000 to forward the necessary documents.
CBI Verification and Negotiation
After receiving a telephonic complaint on January 12, 2026, the CBI conducted a discreet verification on January 13.
The verification revealed that:
- The original demand of ₹50,000 was negotiated down to ₹30,000.
- Shri Sri Lal agreed to accept the ₹30,000 bribe on behalf of the SPOs, Shri Marut Nandan, to ensure the complainant’s file was released to the Delhi Circle.
Legal Charges and Investigation
The CBI has registered a regular case under Section 7 of the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988 (as amended in 2018), which deals with public servants accepting or demanding undue advantages.
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The investigation has been entrusted to Inspector Mukesh Kumar Pandey of the CBI, ACB, Patna. The FIR was authorized by Pranjal Rundla, IPS, Superintendent of Police and Head of Branch, CBI Patna.
Copies of the FIR have been forwarded to the Special Judge-II, CBI, Patna, and the Chief Postmaster General (CPMG) in Patna for further action.
