Crime in uniform: Police officers caught in smuggling and bribery scandals
Summary
Several police officers in Madhesh Province have been implicated in smuggling and bribery scandals, leading to disciplinary actions including suspensions, as part of an ongoing campaign to maintain police discipline and public trust.
Key Points
- An audio leak in April exposed a police officer demanding illegal ‘smuggling fees’ in Madhesh Province.
- Senior Sub-Inspector Sagar Shamsher Rana was suspended for fabricating an audio to defame the police organization.
- Several police personnel from Rautahat, Sarlahi, and Siraha were suspended for misconduct including accepting bribes and stealing liquor.
- From 2020/21 to 2025/26, at least 1,449 police personnel in Madhesh Province faced disciplinary action, mostly police constables.
