Overview
- Nilesh Tukaram Badhe, 46, was caught accepting Rs 1,900 near the security cabin at MSEB Colony in Vashi during an ACB trap.
- A 36-year-old guard’s complaint led to verification and the February 27 operation that apprehended the supervisor around 1 pm.
- Badhe, posted at MSEDCL Koparkhairane, allegedly demanded monthly payments from guards and threatened transfer, removal or a waiting list for non-payment.
- A case under Section 7 of the Prevention of Corruption Act was registered at Vashi police station, and Badhe was taken into ACB custody.
- Officers seized his mobile phone for examination and began searching his residence in Shirwane Village, Nerul as the investigation continues.