Archive · 1 Jul 2025
DDC Member Arrested for Alleged Bribe Demand in Srinagar
A government official, Mohammad Shaban Chopan, was arrested for asking for a bribe.
A businessman, who runs a school and guest house, said Chopan wanted money.
Chopan allegedly demanded a large amount of money after an inspection.
The businessman was told to pay some money upfront and give a blank check to ensure his clearances.
The Anti-Corruption Bureau set up a trap and caught Chopan when he was taking the money.
Now, the authorities are looking into the case.
DDC member Mohammad Shaban Chopan arrested for allegedly demanding a bribe.
Chopan, along with his alleged tout, was apprehended by the ACB.
A Srinagar-based businessman, running a boarding school, filed the complaint.
Chopan allegedly demanded Rs 5 lakh; Rs 50,000 and a blank cheque were recovered.
The ACB conducted a successful trap after verifying the allegations.
- Who
- Mohammad Shaban Chopan and his alleged tout Ghulam Mohammad Khathana.
- What
- A District Development Council member was arrested for allegedly demanding a bribe.
- When
- Not specified, but the arrest occurred recently.
- Where
- Check Dara, Harwan, Srinagar.
- Why
- To allegedly obtain money from a businessman in exchange for clearances.
Complainant's Perspective
N/A
Bribe Demand
Complainant's Perspective
The DDC member demanded a bribe to facilitate clearances.
N/A
Not applicable as the information is based on the complaint.
- Accused
- Mohammad Shaban Chopan
- Position
- District Development Council member
- Bribe Demanded
- Rs 5,00,000
- Bribe Received
- Rs 50,000
- Location
- Check Dara, Harwan, Srinagar
- Complainant
- Srinagar-based businessman
- Agency
- Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB)
