DefenceThursday, 15 October 2026·The Hindu - National
CBI arrests MIL executive director in bribery case; ₹1.73 crore cash seized
The CBI arrested an executive director of Munition India Limited and two private persons in an alleged bribery case, recovering ₹1.73 crore in cash during searches in Pune.
Key highlights
Direct fact
In October 2026, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) arrested Anil Kumar, executive director of Munition India Limited (MIL), in a bribery case linked to alleged official favours at the defence PSU in Pune.
Key specifics
- The CBI also arrested B. Harshavardhan, identified as Anil Kumar’s brother, and Ashish Kansal of SMPP Ltd.
- The case was registered on Monday against Anil Kumar for allegedly demanding and accepting illegal gratification.
- Searches at Pune recovered ₹1.73 crore in cash from the accused public servant’s premises.
- Further searches at Mysuru, Bengaluru and Delhi led to recovery of about ₹50 lakh in cash and incriminating documents.
- MIL is described in the report as a public sector defence enterprise, making the case relevant to defence procurement and anti-corruption oversight.
Exam lens
Question type: Defence PSU and anti-corruption, statement-based MCQs. Key facts: CBI, Munition India Limited (MIL), Pune, ₹1.73 crore, ₹50 lakh, Anil Kumar, SMPP Ltd. TNPSC may ask which agency investigates graft in a defence public sector unit and what cash seizure was reported.