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CBI Arrests Power Grid Official and KEC Executive in ₹2.5 Lakh Bribery Case

Senior Power Grid Corporation official Uday Kumar and KEC International executive Suman Singh were caught during a bribe exchange, with further investigations ongoing.

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CBI nabs central PSU’s official and Mumbai -based firm’s official in bribery case

Overview

  • Uday Kumar, General Manager of Power Grid Corporation of India, was arrested for allegedly accepting a ₹2.5 lakh bribe from KEC International executive Suman Singh.
  • The bribe was reportedly given to secure favorable treatment in processing and approving bills related to Power Grid Corporation contracts.
  • The CBI has named five individuals, including three senior KEC executives, and KEC International in its FIR, with further arrests possible.
  • Raids conducted at locations in Sikar, Jaipur, and Mohali have uncovered incriminating documents and digital evidence.
  • The investigation highlights systemic vulnerabilities in public sector contract management and the misuse of authority for personal and corporate gain.