LM Officer Held for Offering Bribe to Lokayukta Police
In a major crackdown on corruption, officials from the Karnataka Lokayukta in Mangaluru have filed a bribery case against Gajendra V Edake, an assistant controller with the legal metrology (LM) department. As per a press note released by the Lokayukta office in Dakshina Kannada, the incident occurred on May 30.
According to the report, Gajendra V Edake, who was on duty at the time, attempted to bribe a police officer from the Lokayukta police to secure a favorable outcome in a case that was pending against him. The officer, who was conducting an investigation into a complaint against Edake, was approached by the LM officer with a bribe offer.
Edake, who is accused of offering a bribe to the Lokayukta police officer, was caught red-handed and arrested on the spot. The bribe amount is estimated to be around ₹10,000, which was recovered by the investigating officer.
The Lokayukta police have registered a case against Edake under the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988, and the Indian Penal Code (IPC). The official has been charged with attempting to bribe a public servant and using his official position to gain an unfair advantage.
This incident highlights the brazen nature of corruption in public offices and the need for stricter enforcement of anti-corruption laws. The Lokayukta police have been instrumental in cracking down on corrupt officials and have made several high-profile arrests in recent months.
The LM department, which is responsible for ensuring that consumer goods and services are of good quality and meet safety standards, has a reputation for being one of the most corrupt government departments in the state. The department’s officials have been accused of taking bribes to turn a blind eye to substandard products and services.
The arrest of Gajendra V Edake is a significant development in the fight against corruption in the LM department. It sends a strong message to other corrupt officials that they will be caught and punished for their actions.
The Lokayukta police have been commended for their bravery and professionalism in conducting the sting operation that led to the arrest of Edake. The police have been working tirelessly to crack down on corruption and have made several high-profile arrests in recent months.
The Karnataka government has also been taking steps to strengthen the Lokayukta’s powers and to improve the overall functioning of the anti-corruption body. The government has increased the powers of the Lokayukta to investigate and prosecute corrupt officials, and has also established a special court to hear cases related to corruption.
The arrest of Gajendra V Edake is a significant step forward in the fight against corruption in Karnataka. It demonstrates the effectiveness of the Lokayukta police in cracking down on corrupt officials and sends a strong message to others who may be tempted to engage in corrupt practices.
The people of Karnataka are demanding a corruption-free government and expect the authorities to take firm action against corrupt officials. The arrest of Gajendra V Edake is a welcome step in this direction and is likely to restore public trust in the government.
