Saralnama, Haryana's Energy Minister Anil Vij ordered a case against two power officials in Kaithal. The SDO and JE of Guhla sub-division are accused of demanding ₹1.5 lakh bribe for an electricity connection. Balwinder Singh from Hemu Majra village complained during a grievance committee meeting. He wanted a connection for his poultry farm but couldn't afford the bribe. Minister Vij instructed officials to file a case. Guhla police station SHO Sunil Kumar confirmed the FIR against SDO Rahul Yadav and JE Jaswant Singh Godara. The investigation is ongoing. (Updated 18 Oct 2025, 11:24 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- On 10 Oct, Haryana's Energy Minister Anil Vij ordered a case against two power officials in Kaithal
- The SDO and JE of Guhla sub-division are accused of demanding ₹1.5 lakh bribe for an electricity connection
- Balwinder Singh from Hemu Majra village complained during a grievance committee meeting