CBI Nabs DGCA Deputy Director and Private Firm Rep in Rs 2.5 Lakh Bribery Scandal
Synopsis
In a high-profile bribery case, the CBI has arrested a Deputy Director General of the DGCA and a private company representative for allegedly soliciting a Rs 2.5 lakh bribe. The investigation also led to the seizure of Rs 37 lakh in cash and other valuables.
Key Takeaways
CBI arrests DGCA official for soliciting a bribe.
Rs 2.5 lakh was the amount demanded in the bribery case.
Significant seizure of Rs 37 lakh in cash and valuables.
Highlight of ongoing corruption issues within regulatory bodies.
Increased scrutiny and accountability measures are essential.
New Delhi, April 19 (NationPress) In a significant development, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) detained a Deputy Director General from the Airworthiness Directorate of the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) in New Delhi. This arrest, alongside a representative from a private firm, stems from a bribery case involving Rs 2.5 lakh, with the entire sum being seized, as confirmed by an official on Sunday.
The arrested individuals are Mudavath Devula, Deputy Director General at the DGCA Headquarters, and Bharat Mathur, Senior Vice President of a private enterprise. Their apprehension followed the registration of a case by the CBI on April 18 against Devula for soliciting a bribe.
The CBI reported that the DGCA official sought illegal benefits from private individuals in exchange for granting approvals and permissions on pending applications with the DGCA.
Subsequent searches conducted by the CBI at the residences of the accused and related private individuals across four locations in Delhi resulted in the confiscation of Rs 37 lakh in cash, along with gold and silver coins, and various digital devices.
In an unrelated incident, the CBI previously apprehended three bank officials, including a chief manager, in Eluru, Andhra Pradesh, while they were accepting a bribe.
The individuals arrested for receiving a Rs 25,000 bribe included the chief manager, a clerk-cum-cashier, and a gold appraiser, all associated with the Indian Bank branch in Eluru.
The accused were identified as Banavatu Nagu, Chief Manager; Annumalasetty N. Kumarm, Clerk-Cum-Cashier; and Krishna Prasad, Gold Appraiser.
They were taken into custody by CBI officials on Saturday after they were discovered demanding and accepting a bribe of Rs 25,000 from the complainant.
The CBI initiated the case when the complainant reported being coerced into paying Rs 25,000 to secure approval for a sanctioned Cash Credit limit.
The complainant, who operates an auto agency in Eluru, had been approved for an Open Cash Credit limit of Rs 50 lakh by the Indian Bank's Narasimharaopeta Branch, which he utilized for his business operations.
According to the complaint, while traveling to Rajasthan for work last month, the complainant was contacted by bank officials claiming that an auditor had identified technical issues, threatening to reduce his credit limit from Rs 50 lakh to Rs 20 lakh or classify it as a Non-Performing Asset.
Upon inquiry, the Chief Manager allegedly requested a bribe of Rs 50,000 to maintain the continuity of the complainant's account. After negotiations, the Chief Manager, Banavatu Nagu, agreed to accept a bribe of Rs 30,000.
Point of View
The recent arrest of a DGCA official highlights the ongoing issues of corruption within regulatory agencies. The CBI's swift action underscores the commitment to uphold integrity in public service. This incident serves as a crucial reminder of the need for transparency and accountability in government operations.
NationPress
3 May 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What prompted the CBI's investigation?
The CBI initiated the investigation after receiving complaints about the Deputy Director General demanding bribes for approvals and permissions.
What were the amounts involved in the bribery?
The primary bribe involved was Rs 2.5 lakh, with further investigations uncovering Rs 37 lakh in cash seized during searches.
Who were the individuals arrested?
The arrested individuals include Mudavath Devula, Deputy Director General at DGCA, and Bharat Mathur, a representative of a private firm.
What additional findings did the CBI uncover?
The CBI also discovered gold and silver coins, as well as multiple digital devices during their searches.
Have there been other similar incidents recently?
Yes, the CBI recently caught three bank officials in a separate case for accepting a bribe of Rs 25,000.
