Delhi Police SI Neetu Bisht Caught Taking ₹20 Lakh Bribe – Shocking Details Emerge in Corruption Probe

Summary at a Glance:

• Delhi Police Sub-Inspector Neetu Bisht arrested in a high-profile bribery trap
• Accused of extorting ₹50 lakh from a Delhi doctor; ₹20.5 lakh already taken
• 5 arrests made, including 2 other police personnel and 2 civilians
• FIR filed under IPC and Prevention of Corruption Act
• Case sparks outrage and renewed questions over corruption in Indian law enforcement

What Happened?

On July 28, 2025, a dramatic corruption scandal came to light at Paschim Vihar East Police Station, Delhi, when Vigilance officials caught Sub-Inspector Neetu Bisht red-handed taking a ₹20 lakh bribe.

The arrest followed a detailed complaint by a Delhi-based doctor who alleged:

• He was being threatened and harassed by certain police officials.
• A total bribe of ₹50 lakh was being demanded.
• ₹20.5 lakh had already been paid under pressure.

The complaint triggered a sting operation by Delhi Vigilance, who worked with the victim to trap the accused during the next scheduled payment.

The Arrest: How It Unfolded

• Sub-Inspector Neetu Bisht was caught while accepting the bribe amount inside the police station.
• Along with her, Head Constable Rajendra, Constable Shyam, and two civilians were arrested.
• The civilians, acquaintances of the complainant, were allegedly used to mediate and “convince” the victim to pay.

The complainant also told officials that he was taken to a Peeragarhi police booth, where he was:

• Physically assaulted
• Threatened with false charges
• Forced to sign blank documents and hand over money

What Charges Are Being Filed?

The FIR includes:

• Sections under the Indian Penal Code (IPC) for criminal intimidation, conspiracy, and extortion
• Provisions of the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988
• Charges of abuse of power, dereliction of duty, and criminal breach of trust

All five accused are currently under police remand, and internal departmental inquiries have been launched.

What the Complainant Claims

According to the complainant (a reputed Delhi-based doctor), the entire ordeal began over a business-related property dispute.

He alleged: Initially they asked for ₹50 lakh to drop a fabricated case. I paid ₹20.5 lakh out of fear. But then they kept calling and demanding the rest

When threats escalated, the doctor turned to the Anti-Corruption Bureau, which coordinated with Delhi Vigilance to execute the sting.

What Evidence Has Been Found?

• CCTV footage from Peeragarhi booth during the alleged assault
• Phone call recordings where threats were issued
• Bank transfer proof of ₹20.5 lakh paid earlier
• Cash recovered during the sting

Officials say this is a “solid case with layered conspiracy involving both uniformed and civilian accomplices.”

The Bigger Picture – A Symptom of a Deeper Problem

Neetu Bisht’s arrest has reopened conversations around systemic corruption in Delhi Police.

Between 2015 and 2024:

• Over 250 police officers in Delhi were booked for corruption
• 58 were dismissed permanently
• Most actions have been limited to lower-rank personnel; few senior officials have been held accountable

Activist Ravi Kumar, who monitors police reform, says: These are not isolated events. They reflect a culture of extortion and impunity within the law enforcement system.

Why This Case Stands Out

While bribery cases are unfortunately not rare, what makes this one shocking:

• The involvement of a female officer – still rare in such high-stakes extortion cases
• The amount involved (₹50 lakh) is exceptionally large
• The crime was allegedly committed within the police station premises
• Use of police infrastructure for intimidation (Peeragarhi booth)

Public Reaction

The case has sparked debate across social media:

• “How can we trust the police when they’re the ones looting us?” – Twitter user
• “This doctor could speak out. How many others couldn’t?” – Facebook commenter
• “Delhi Police needs deep cleaning, not just suspensions.” – Reddit post