Hyderabad, The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) has arrested Forest Range Officer Ghulam Moinuddin of Kodimyal range in Jagtial district red-handed in a bribery case.
According to a press release issued by the ACB, Forest Range Officer Ghulam Moinuddin, posted in Kodimyal range, demanded a bribe from a complainant in exchange for issuing a transport permit for cutting and transporting 120 teak trees. The officer initially demanded a bribe of 2 lakh rupees. The complainant had already paid 1 lakh in cash on May 13.
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Later, after the work was completed, the remaining bribe amount was reduced to 80,000 rupees at the complainant’s request. Today, the ACB team laid a trap and caught Ghulam Moinuddin accepting the bribe. The accused has been produced before the relevant court for further proceedings and sent to judicial custody.
Kodimyal range
The Kodimyal range is a mountain range located in the Bundelkhand region of central India, known for its rugged terrain and dense forests. Historically, it served as a natural barrier and refuge for local kingdoms and rebel forces during various periods of conflict, including the Indian Rebellion of 1857. Today, the area is valued for its biodiversity and is a site of interest for ecotourism and historical study.
Jagtial district
Jagtial district is located in the Indian state of Telangana, formed in 2016 after the reorganization of the state’s districts. Historically, the region was part of the former princely state of Hyderabad and is known for its ancient temples, including the Kaleshwaram Temple, a significant Shaivite pilgrimage site on the banks of the Godavari River. The district’s economy is primarily agricultural, with rice and cotton as major crops, and it also features several historical forts and stepwells reflecting its rich cultural heritage.
