Guwahati: A former postmaster was arrested in Dhemaji, Assam for allegedly embezzling a huge amount of money.
The accused had allegedly been on the run for over five months.
He has been identified as Hirembo Borsaikia, former postmaster of the Haloudunga sub-post office in Bordolini, Dhemaji district.
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Borsaikia was accused of embezzling a substantial amount of money entrusted to the post office.
Following complaints from 1260 affected customers, a joint operation by Dhemaji Bordalni police and Jonai police was launched to apprehend him.
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Borsaikia was finally arrested on Friday night.
The police said that an investigation has been initiated in connection with the allegations put on him.