Bhopal, Oct 14 (NationPress) In a significant anti-corruption initiative, the Madhya Pradesh government, under the leadership of Chief Minister Dr Mohan Yadav, has taken robust measures in the Seoni loot incident, apprehending five members of the police force, including SDOP Pooja Pandey.

The arrests occurred on Tuesday after an extensive internal probe unveiled severe misconduct involving the embezzlement of hawala funds.

This case revolves around the confiscation of Rs 3 crore in cash being transported from Katni to Nagpur. Alarmingly, only Rs 1.55 crore was documented officially, while Rs 1.45 crore was reportedly misappropriated by the implicated officers. Upon learning of the fraudulent activities, senior officials informed Director General of Police Kailash Makeana.

Following the preliminary investigation, the top officer identified nine police personnel as culpable and suspended them. The accused allegedly tampered with the seizure documentation, allowing the perpetrators to evade capture, raising significant concerns among administrative and political figures.

Among those detained are sub-inspector Arpit Bhairam and constables Yogendra, Neeraj, and Jagdish.

An FIR has been filed against the implicated officers. “We will not protect anyone responsible for the safety and security of the public; if they are engaged in criminal conduct, they will face consequences,” stated Chief Minister Dr Mohan Yadav.

The FIR also names Head Constables Makhan, Rajesh Janghela, Ravindra Uike, Constable Ritesh Verma, and SAF Constables Kedar and Subhash Sadafal. The case has been registered under various sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), including 310(2) for dacoity, 126(2) for wrongful restraint, 140(3) for kidnapping, and 61(2) for criminal conspiracy.

Chief Minister Dr Yadav stressed that the law is impartial to all and reaffirmed his government’s dedication to preserving law and order. “Police officers are charged with safeguarding citizens and enforcing justice. Any breach of duty will result in stringent disciplinary and legal repercussions,” he asserted.

This incident has triggered widespread apprehension and scrutiny, with the government guaranteeing that no interference will be tolerated in its quest for effective governance.

The arrests convey a powerful message that corruption within the police force will not be condoned, irrespective of rank or status. This decisive action by the Yadav administration highlights a zero-tolerance stance towards misconduct, bolstering public confidence in the justice system and establishing a benchmark for accountability within law enforcement.