Overview

• The Special Vigilance Unit conducted simultaneous searches on Thursday at premises linked to the Tirhut regional deputy director of education in Patna, Muzaffarpur and Purnea.
• SVU officials said a search warrant was secured from a competent court on Wednesday before the operation.
• Raids recovered cash, jewellery, documents and electronic devices, including about Rs 4 lakh from a Patna residence and additional cash from a rented accommodation in Muzaffarpur.
• The probe concerns alleged disproportionate assets estimated at roughly Rs 3.75–3.80 crore, with seized materials under valuation.
• Sources reported the officer was arrested in Patna and is being questioned, and investigators suspect a staff‑assisted bribery racket tied to attendance verification, following earlier complaints and disciplinary action during his Vaishali posting.