Zero Tolerance Against Corruption: Nuapada Administration Suspends Senior Revenue Assistant Over Bribery Allegations

Nuapada/Khadial: Reaffirming the district administration’s zero-tolerance policy against corruption, Nuapada Collector Madhusudan Dash has ordered the immediate suspension of Sri Mohan Bag, Senior Revenue Assistant of Khariar Panchayat Samiti, following allegations that he accepted illegal gratification from a contractor. The action comes after a video, widely circulated on various social media platforms, allegedly showed the official receiving a bribe from a contractor associated with Khariar Block. The incident sparked widespread public attention and prompted immediate administrative scrutiny. According to the official order issued by the Office of the Collector and District Magistrate, Nuapada, the matter was formally reported by the Block Development Officer, Khariar, and the Chief Development Officer-cum-Executive Officer, Zilla Parishad, Nuapada, through separate communications dated August 4, 2026. Based on these reports and in view of the proposed disciplinary proceedings, the Collector exercised powers under Rule 12(1)(a) of the Orissa Civil Services (Classification, Control & Appeal) Rules, 1962, placing the official under suspension with immediate effect. As per the suspension order, Sri Mohan Bag’s headquarters has been fixed at the Office of the Tahasildar, Sinapali, and he has been directed not to leave the headquarters without prior permission from the competent authority. During the suspension period, he will be entitled to receive subsistence allowance in accordance with Rule 90 of the Odisha Service Code, subject to the prescribed conditions. The district administration has made it clear that the suspension is part of the disciplinary process and follows the allegations and the official reports received. Further departmental proceedings will continue in accordance with the applicable service rules. Through this decisive action, the Nuapada district administration has once again underscored its unwavering commitment to transparency, accountability, and clean governance. Collector Madhusudan Dash reiterated that corruption, abuse of official position, and administrative misconduct will not be tolerated under any circumstances, and that any such allegations will be dealt with promptly and strictly in accordance with the law. The action has been widely viewed as a strong message reinforcing the administration’s commitment to integrity in public service and its resolve to uphold public confidence in the functioning of government institutions. Reports: Malaya Meher: District Correspondent