Chandigarh Mayor Accused of Taking ₹75,000 Bribe

Chandigarh Mayor Accused of Taking ₹75,000 Bribe, Police Complaint Filed; 15 Audio Recordings Go Viral

Chandigarh: In a major corruption scandal, Aam Aadmi Party’s (AAP) Chandigarh Mayor, Kuldeep Kumar, also known as Tita, has been accused of accepting a bribe of ₹75,000 along with his brother-in-law in exchange for appointing a sanitation worker. A police complaint has been filed against both individuals, and the matter is now under secret investigation.

The controversy erupted after 15 audio recordings allegedly implicating the mayor and his brother-in-law went viral. According to sources, a complainant submitted these recordings to the police, claiming they contain evidence of bribery demands made for the appointment.

Details of the Allegations

The complainant alleged that he had approached the mayor’s office regarding the appointment of a sanitation worker. He was asked to pay ₹75,000 for the process. When the recordings surfaced, they reportedly confirmed the bribery demands.

The matter has now reached the police, who have registered a complaint and initiated an investigation. Authorities are examining the authenticity of the audio clips before proceeding with any formal charges.

Mayor Remains Silent on Allegations

Efforts were made to contact Mayor Kuldeep Kumar for a response, but he did not answer calls or provide any statement regarding the allegations. His office has yet to issue an official clarification.

This incident has sparked controversy and raised serious concerns about corruption within local governance. If proven true, the allegations could have severe political and legal consequences for the AAP leader.

Stay tuned for further updates as the investigation unfolds.