Kota constable Abhay Singh arrested for allegedly taking Rs 2,000 bribe

Constable arrested in a bribery sting

The Rajasthan Anti‑Corruption Bureau (ACB) arrested Constable Abhay Singh on Sunday, 25 October 2026, after a covert operation caught him accepting a ₹2,000 cash bribe. Singh, who was posted at the Badgaon police outpost under Nanta Police Station in Kota, had been investigating a road‑accident dispute when the alleged misconduct surfaced.

How the case unfolded

The dispute began when a dumper collided with a motorcycle; the bike then struck the complainant’s car. The dumper’s owner filed a report against the car owner at Nanta Police Station. While reviewing the case, Singh reportedly threatened to frame the complainant unless he was paid. During the ACB’s verification on Saturday, the constable is said to have taken ₹700 from the complainant and later demanded the remaining ₹2,000.

A coordinated trap operation

A trap team, supervised by DIG Om Prakash Meena and directed by Additional Superintendent of Police Vijay Swarnakar, moved in on Sunday. Inspector Prithviraj Meena led the team that apprehended Singh at the Badgaon outpost as he accepted the marked cash. The swift action underscores the ACB’s zero‑tolerance stance on corruption and reflects the state’s broader push for transparent policing.

Immediate aftermath and legal steps

Following the arrest, ACB officials began questioning Singh and conducting a search of his residence. The bureau announced that a case will be registered under the Prevention of Corruption Act, and the constable is scheduled to be produced before a court on Monday, 26 October 2026. Senior officials, including Additional Director General of Police Smita Srivastava and Inspector General of Police S. Parimala, are overseeing the investigation.

What this means for public confidence

Rajasthan’s law‑enforcement agencies are signalling that no officer is above the law. By catching a frontline constable in the act, the ACB aims to reassure citizens that complaints of misconduct will be acted upon swiftly and transparently. The bureau also reminded the public that any person can report suspected corruption through its toll‑free helpline 1064 or WhatsApp 94135‑02834, both available 24 hours a day.

Looking ahead

The ACB’s action in Kota is part of a wider state‑wide effort to strengthen institutional integrity. While the investigation continues, officials have urged the public to cooperate with any inquiries and to report irregularities promptly. The case serves as a reminder that the administration remains vigilant in protecting the rule of law and maintaining public order.