CBI Chargesheets Punjab Vigilance DGP’s Reader and Three Others in ₹20 Lakh Bribery Case

Chandigarh: The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has filed a chargesheet against a senior staff member attached to the Punjab Vigilance Bureau chief and three others in an alleged ₹20 lakh bribery case.

The accused include Om Parkash Singh Rana, who was serving as Reader to the Director General of the Punjab Vigilance Bureau, along with Vikas Goyal, Raghav Goyal and Ankit Wadhwa.

The case relates to allegations that money and a mobile phone were demanded from a State Tax Officer in connection with a pending vigilance matter.

Complaint Triggers CBI Investigation

According to the CBI’s case details, State Tax Officer Amit Kumar approached the agency after allegedly being asked to pay ₹20 lakh and provide a mobile handset for favourable action in a matter pending before the Punjab Vigilance Bureau.

The complainant reportedly met Rana on April 29, 2026, regarding the case under review. Following receipt of the complaint, the CBI verified the allegations before initiating further proceedings.

As part of the investigation, the agency conducted a trap operation in Chandigarh on May 11, 2026. During the operation, three accused — Ankit Wadhwa, Raghav Goyal and Vikas Goyal — were arrested.

Main Accused Later Appeared Before Court

After the arrests, Om Parkash Singh Rana surrendered before the court. The CBI subsequently completed its investigation and submitted the chargesheet before the designated special court.

Investigators have claimed that evidence collected during the probe, including relevant documents and other material, supports the allegations of a bribery demand connected with the pending vigilance matter.

The filing of the chargesheet marks the beginning of the judicial process, during which the court will examine the evidence and decide further proceedings, including framing of charges.

Trial to Determine Outcome of Case

The accused will have the opportunity to present their defence during the trial. The allegations made by the investigating agency remain subject to judicial examination, and the final determination of guilt or innocence will be made by the court after completion of legal proceedings.

The case forms part of the CBI’s ongoing anti-corruption investigations involving alleged bribery demands and trap operations conducted against public officials and private individuals.