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Bihar Requires Pre-Approval for CBI Investigations Involving State Officials
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🗓 05 Sep 2026, 03:33 PM
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The Bihar government has announced that any CBI probe involving state officials must receive prior approval from the state before proceeding.
The state of Bihar has introduced a new rule that mandates the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) to obtain prior approval from the Bihar government before commencing any probe involving state officials.
The directive aims to curb potential misuse of investigative powers and ensure that investigations are carried out with the state’s consent.
Under the new procedure, the CBI must submit a detailed request to the state authorities, who will then approve or reject the investigation based on its merits.
The move has drawn mixed reactions, with some political leaders praising the measure for adding a layer of oversight, while others warn it could impede the CBI’s ability to pursue corruption cases involving senior officials.
The rule is expected to take effect immediately, potentially affecting ongoing and future investigations that involve state functionaries.
The directive aims to curb potential misuse of investigative powers and ensure that investigations are carried out with the state’s consent.
Under the new procedure, the CBI must submit a detailed request to the state authorities, who will then approve or reject the investigation based on its merits.
The move has drawn mixed reactions, with some political leaders praising the measure for adding a layer of oversight, while others warn it could impede the CBI’s ability to pursue corruption cases involving senior officials.
The rule is expected to take effect immediately, potentially affecting ongoing and future investigations that involve state functionaries.