Jeypore, Koraput, Odisha: In a major Odisha Vigilance Bribery Case, Sri Harischandra Mohapatra, Peon, O/O Spl. Treasury, Jeypore, Dist-Koraput, demanded and took Rs.47,000/-. This was the second and final installment. The total demand was Rs.87,000/- from the widow of a deceased government employee. He sought the bribe to facilitate the release of arrear pension amounting to Rs.3,48,000/- in her favor.
Earlier, Sri Mohapatra took Rs.40,000/- as the first installment. He continued pressuring the complainant for the remaining Rs.47,000/-. He threatened her that he would block her pension from September 2025 unless she paid the full bribe. After receiving harassment, the complainant approached Odisha Vigilance, prompting them to act immediately.
A team of Odisha Vigilance nabbed Sri Mohapatra today while he accepted the Rs.47,000/- bribe. They recovered and seized the entire amount. Investigators are simultaneously searching two locations connected to the accused from a DA angle.
Koraput Vigilance PS Case No.32 dtd.24.10.2025 u/s.7 P.C (Amendment) Act, 2018 registered against Sri Mohapatra. Officials continue their investigation actively.
This Odisha Vigilance Bribery Case highlights authorities’ swift action against corruption. It reassures citizens that public funds and welfare benefits remain protected.
