Bhopal Police Offer ₹30k Reward for Caretaker in Ex-IAS Officer's Murder

Bhopal Police announce ₹30,000 reward for info on caretaker Varun Kumar, accused of murdering retired IAS officer Rakesh Agarwal on September 30.

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Bhopal Police have announced a ₹30,000 reward for information leading to caretaker Varun Kumar, who is wanted for the alleged murder of retired IAS officer Rakesh Agarwal on September 30. Kumar fled the scene with his phone, prompting a massive manhunt.

More than 150 personnel are operating across 12 teams, searching for Kumar in Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar and Maharashtra. The police appeal aims to locate the suspect quickly and bring closure to the high‑profile killing.

A large force of more than 150 personnel across 12 teams is searching for Kumar across Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar and Maharashtra. The investigation centers on the September 30 incident, in which Kumar allegedly killed Agarwal before escaping with his phone.

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