Moradabad Engineer Under Fire: Probe Fast-Tracked Over Bribe Claims
Divisional authorities order an immediate report on consulting engineer Ankur Kumar following allegations of bribery and negligence in Moradabad.
Divisional authorities have stepped in to accelerate an investigation into Moradabad engineer bribe allegations involving Ankur Kumar, a consulting engineer stationed at the Kundarki development block. Facing serious accusations of corruption and professional negligence, Kumar is now under intense scrutiny as officials demand an immediate conclusion to the probe.
Administrative Crackdown on Delays
The intervention comes following concerns that the existing inquiry into the engineer's conduct has been stalled. Abhay Kumar Yadav, the Deputy Director (Panchayat), has formally written to the District Panchayat Raj Officer (DPRO), ordering the swift submission of a final report. This report must be backed by concrete evidence to determine the validity of the claims against Kumar.
The divisional office has made it clear that delays will no longer be tolerated. If the investigation is not finalized promptly, officials are required to provide a detailed explanation for the hold-up. To ensure transparency, the authorities have signaled that they may deploy a two-member committee to conduct an independent on-site inspection and a thorough review of the documents.
The Allegations: Bribes and Blocked Progress
The controversy began with a formal complaint lodged on September 8, 2026, by Asma Abbas, the administrator of Gram Panchayat Bhikanpur Kulwara. The complaint paints a picture of an official who allegedly used his position to extort money while hindering essential development work.
According to the allegations, Ankur Kumar demanded bribes to process necessary paperwork. While he reportedly completed the physical measurements required for repairs on school buildings and other infrastructure projects, he allegedly refused to provide the necessary project estimates unless payments were made.
Financial Trails and Unprofessionalism
The complaint provides specific details regarding the alleged payments. It is claimed that the administrator and the former head of Gram Panchayat Noorpur paid Kumar a total of 7,400 rupees—6,000 rupees via UPI and 1,400 rupees in cash. Despite these payments, the engineer allegedly demanded an additional 4,500 rupees before he would proceed with the required documentation.
Beyond the financial corruption, Kumar is accused of a complete disregard for his official duties. Reports suggest a pattern of unprofessional behavior, including:
- Frequent and unexplained absenteeism from the block office.
- A consistent refusal to answer official phone calls, leaving administrators in the dark.
- Intentional delays in providing critical infrastructure estimates.
As the divisional authorities tighten the leash on the investigation, the outcome of the DPRO's report will determine the disciplinary action to be taken against the consulting engineer.