The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB), Government of Arunachal Pradesh, has re-arrested Takam Kechak, former District Land Revenue and Settlement Officer (DLRSO) of Seppa, in connection with the multi-crore Lada–Sarli Frontier Highway land compensation scam.
According to official sources, the arrest was made on January 23, 2026, following the registration of FIR No. 01/2026 under relevant provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988. The ACB is currently scrutinising multiple bank accounts suspected to contain proceeds linked to the alleged scam.
This is not the first time Kechak has been taken into custody in the same case. He was earlier arrested on December 17, 2025, by the ACB following a complaint lodged by the All Nyishi Youth Association (ANYA), East Kameng Unit, alleging misappropriation of land compensation funds meant for the Lada-Sarli Frontier Highway Project.
After a detailed technical examination and document analysis, the ACB arrested Kechak as part of its initial probe to determine the extent of financial irregularities.
Subsequently, Kechak was granted bail on January 7, 2026, by a special court in Yupia. The bail order was passed by Special Judge (PCA) Dr Hiredra Kashyap.
However, with fresh findings and further evidence emerging during the ongoing investigation, the ACB proceeded with his re-arrest.
Officials confirmed that the investigation is still underway, and more arrests may follow as the financial trail is examined further.
