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Bihar Vigilance Bureau Sets Up Two Cells to Speed Trials and Departmental Action

The initiative aims to turn a surge in 2025 cases into faster convictions through dedicated leadership.

Overview

  • The bureau created dedicated units for speedy trials and for rapid departmental proceedings, with IG-level oversight planned.
  • DIG-2 Mrityunjay Kumar will head the Speedy Trial Cell, while DIG Naveen Chandra Jha will lead the departmental proceedings unit.
  • A proposal to Bihar Police Headquarters seeks deputation of 4 SPs, 9 DSPs, 30 inspectors and 20 sub-inspectors to support the drive.
  • In 2025, the bureau registered 122 FIRs versus 15 in 2024, including 101 trap cases and 15 disproportionate-asset cases, with 107 officials caught and ₹37.80 lakh recovered.
  • Plans include constructing a Digital Technology Building to bolster investigations and setting a 2026 target of 175 FIRs.