Itanagar, Dec. 19 -- The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) has arrested an Arunachal Pradesh government official in connection with the alleged misappropriation of compensation funds related to the Lada-Sarli Frontier Highway Project in East Kameng district.

The case has been registered following a joint complaint submitted by the All Nyishi Youth Association (ANYA), East Kameng Unit, alleging large-scale irregularities in the disbursement of compensation amounts.

After a detailed examination of documents, interrogation of individuals concerned, and technical analysis, the ACB arrested an accused, Takam Kechak (45), on December 17. He is a government official serving as District Land Records and Settlement Officer (DLRSO), and a resident of Ta...