Overview

• The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) arrested the Sub Divisional Inspector (SDI) of India Post Madiyahu and a mail motor driver on May 20, 2025, for alleged bribery.
• The SDI conducted an inspection on May 15 at the Seur Branch Office in Jaunpur, noting a cash shortage and later demanded a ₹25,000 bribe to resolve the matter.
• The Branch Post Master, who was asked to provide a clarification on May 17, reported the bribe demand to the CBI, prompting the sting operation.
• The driver was caught accepting the bribe on behalf of the SDI, with both individuals arrested and presented before the CBI court in Lucknow.
• The investigation into the bribery allegations and possible misconduct by the India Post official is ongoing.