The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has registered a case against the trustee of Nobel Ayurvedic College, Junagadh, Gujarat, and a faculty member for allegedly offering a Rs 10 lakh bribe to an NCISM Hearing Committee member.
According to the FIR, the alleged bribe was offered in exchange for a favourable report concerning 13 teachers of Nobel Ayurvedic College who were suspected of existing only on paper.
CBI Registers Case Against Nobel Ayurvedic College Trustee
The FIR states that Rupali R. Mahadik, Principal of Prabuddh Ayurvedic Medical College, Lucknow, had been assigned by the National Commission for Indian System of Medicine (NCISM) as a Hearing Committee member to verify 13 teachers associated with Nobel Ayurvedic College in Junagadh.
On August 18, 2026, Mahadik allegedly received a WhatsApp call from a faculty member, who offered a bribe in return for submitting a positive report in favour of the teachers, according to the FIR.
Mahadik subsequently informed Mukul Patel, President of the Medical Assessment and Rating Board for Indian System of Medicine (MARBISM), NCISM, about the alleged offer. The FIR states that she was advised to remain in contact with the person so that evidence could be collected.
Rs 10 Lakh Allegedly Offered for Favourable Report
According to the FIR, on August 20, the trustee of Nobel Ayurvedic College allegedly contacted Mahadik and promised to pay Rs 10 lakh for providing a positive report that would clear the names of all 13 teachers.
Mahadik allegedly refused to accept the bribe and submitted a handwritten complaint to the CBI on August 21, requesting legal action against the accused persons.
The FIR further states that discreet verification conducted by the CBI prima facie indicated that the accused had offered and promised to pay Rs 10 lakh to obtain a favourable report. The alleged payment was reportedly proposed to be made in Delhi on August 22.
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The CBI has registered the case under Section 61(2) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), 2023, read with Section 8 of the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988, as amended in 2018.
The provisions relate to alleged criminal conspiracy and offering an undue advantage to a public servant.
Investigation Underway
The CBI investigation will examine the alleged communications, the verification process involving the 13 teachers and other evidence related to the alleged bribe offer.
It is important to note that the allegations are based on the FIR and ongoing investigation. Registration of an FIR does not establish the guilt of the accused, and the matter remains subject to due legal process.
Key Details
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Investigating Agency | Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) |
| College | Nobel Ayurvedic College, Junagadh, Gujarat |
| Alleged Bribe | Rs 10 lakh |
| Teachers Under Verification | 13 |
| Regulatory Body | National Commission for Indian System of Medicine (NCISM) |
| Case Basis | Alleged offer of bribe for favourable report |
| Laws Invoked | Section 61(2) BNS and Section 8 Prevention of Corruption Act |
| Status | CBI investigation underway |
What Happens Next?
The CBI investigation will determine whether the allegations are supported by sufficient evidence and whether further legal action is warranted. The regulatory and legal proceedings may also clarify the status of the teachers whose verification reportedly led to the alleged bribery attempt.
It is important to note that the registration of an FIR or CBI case does not establish the guilt of the accused. The allegations will be subject to investigation and due process of law.
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