Thursday, July 4, 2024 05:59 PM
SFA Officials Arrested for Alleged Bribery
- Two SFA officials arrested for soliciting bribe from milk vendor
- Accused individuals taken into custody at SFA office premises
- Arrests conducted in presence of judicial officer for transparency
Image Credits: urdupointTwo officials of the Sindh Food Authority were arrested for allegedly soliciting a bribe from a milk vendor, highlighting the importance of integrity and combating corruption within regulatory bodies.
Two officials of the Sindh Food Authority (SFA) found themselves in hot water as they were apprehended by a team from the Sindh Anti Corruption Establishment on Tuesday. The arrests stemmed from accusations of soliciting an Rs 80,000 bribe from a milk vendor, marking a serious breach of ethical conduct.
The accused individuals, identified as Ranu Mal and Shahzad Gopang, were taken into custody at the SFA's office premises. Following the apprehension, they were formally named in a First Information Report (FIR) based on the complaint lodged by the state. Notably, the arrests were conducted in the presence of a judicial officer, ensuring transparency and adherence to legal procedures.
This incident underscores the importance of upholding integrity and combating corruption within regulatory bodies. The swift action taken by the Sindh Anti Corruption Establishment serves as a reminder that unethical practices will not be tolerated, particularly in matters concerning public health and safety.
