Vigilance Crackdown / Kataka RI Convicted in Bribery Case, Sentenced to Four Years' Rigorous Imprisonment

Kataka, Oct 29: In a significant development in Odisha's anti-corruption efforts, a Revenue Inspector (RI) was convicted in a bribery case and sentenced to four years of rigorous imprisonment by a Vigilance Court in Kataka, officials said on Thursday.

According to Odisha Vigilance, Prasanta Kumar Nayak, presently serving as Revenue Inspector of Samitanga RI Circle under Kishannagar Tahasil in Kataka district and formerly posted at Salepur RI Circle under Salepur Tahasil, was found guilty in a corruption case registered under provisions of the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988.

Bribe for Encroachment Case

Vigilance officials said Nayak had been charge-sheeted for allegedly demanding and accepting a bribe from a complainant in connection with the continuation of an encroachment case relating to government land. The case was investigated by Odisha Vigilance, which subsequently filed charges against the official.

On October 29, 2026, the Special Judge, Vigilance, Kataka, pronounced the judgment convicting Nayak under relevant sections of the Prevention of Corruption Act. The court sentenced him to four years of rigorous imprisonment and imposed a fine.

Sent to Jail

Following the conviction, Nayak was taken into custody and sent to jail to serve the sentence awarded by the court.

The conviction marks another successful prosecution by Odisha Vigilance in its ongoing drive against corruption in public offices. The agency reiterated its commitment to ensuring accountability among public servants and pursuing cases involving abuse of official position for personal gain.

Dismissal Proceedings to Follow

Odisha Vigilance stated that it would move the competent authority to initiate proceedings for Nayak's dismissal from government service following his conviction.

The agency said appropriate action would be pursued in accordance with established service rules, as conviction in corruption-related offences attracts departmental consequences in addition to judicial punishment.