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Helpline Numbers to Report Corruption by Government & PSU Employees in India

 

Corruption at the level of state government departments and public sector undertakings (PSUs) undermines public trust, drains resources, and delays services to citizens. Fortunately, many states in India have established dedicated helpline numbers, hotlines, WhatsApp numbers and online portals to receive complaints of bribery, misuse of office, embezzlement or other misconduct by public servants.

Why Helplines Matter

  • They make it easier for ordinary citizens to report corruption without needing deep legal knowledge.
  • They provide a channel of accountability: by establishing a number/toll-free line, governments send a message that complaints will be accepted.
  • Many of these agencies also ensure anonymity of complainants (or at least guarantee confidentiality) which can reduce fear of retaliation. For example, in State Vigilance & Anti-Corruption Bureau, Haryana it is stated the identity of informer is kept secret in “almost all cases”.
  • A helpline combined with online/WhatsApp reporting enables evidence (audio/video/photos) to be submitted, increasing the chance of action. For instance, the Anti‑Corruption Bureau, Jammu & Kashmir lists a WhatsApp number where picture/videos can be sent.
  • They can serve as a deterrent: when the public knows there is a dedicated reporting mechanism, it raises risks for corrupt officials if they are caught.

How to Use a Corruption Helpline – Step-by-Step

Here’s a typical process you might follow when you encounter or suspect corruption:

  1. Note basic details: Who (official’s name or designation, department), what (nature of misconduct: bribe demand, misuse of office, embezzlement, etc.), when (date/time), where (office/department/PSU), any witnesses, digital/physical evidence (photo, video, audio, document).
  2. Call or WhatsApp or email the helpline number provided for your state/department.
  3. Provide full information as you have it. You may ask for the complaint/reference number so you can track later.
  4. Keep confidentiality in mind: To protect yourself, see if you can submit anonymously or request non-disclosure of your identity. Many agencies mention confidentiality. For example, the Haryana SV&ACB mentions “identity of the informant is kept secret”.  
  5. Follow up: Note the reference or tracking number if given. You may check status of your complaint if the agency allows.
  6. Maintain evidence: Screenshots, recordings, correspondence. This strengthens your complaint if further investigation happens.
  7. Stay safe: Don’t confront the suspect alone. Use official channel. Avoid retaliation.

Verified helpline contacts

Rajasthan — Anti Corruption Bureau (ACB)
Helpline: 1064 · WhatsApp: 9413502834 · Email: complt.acb@rajasthan.gov.in. Rajasthan Home

Haryana — State Vigilance & Anti Corruption Bureau (SV & ACB)
Helpline: 1064 · Toll-free: 1800-180-2022 · WhatsApp: +91 94178-91064. State Vigilance & Anti Corruption Bureau

Maharashtra — Anti Corruption Bureau (ACB)
Toll-Free: 1064 · Phones: 022-24921212, 022-24954826 · WhatsApp: +91 99309-97700 · Email: acbwebmail@mahapolice.gov.in. acbmaharashtra.gov.in

Jammu & Kashmir — Anti Corruption Bureau (ACB)
Call / WhatsApp: 9419678060 · Toll-Free Helpline: 1800-180-7152. acb.jk.gov.in

Telangana — Anti Corruption Bureau (ACB)
Toll-Free: 1064 · WhatsApp helpline: 94404-46106 (also listed as toll number 9440446106) · Email: dg_acb@telangana.gov.in. acb.telangana.gov.in

Kerala — Vigilance & Anti-Corruption Bureau (VACB)
Toll-Free: 1064 · WhatsApp: 9447789100 · (contact numbers on VACB site). vigilance.kerala.gov.in

Odisha — Vigilance Directorate
Helpline: 1064 · Control room: 0671-2305201/ 0671-2305988 (Vigilance Directorate contact page). vigilance.odisha.gov.in

Chhattisgarh — Anti Corruption Bureau / EOW
Helpline: 1064 · Phone (ACB/EOW contacts also listed on official site). acbeow.cg.gov.in

Uttar Pradesh — Anti-Corruption Organisation (UP Police)
Phone: (0522) 2390296 / 2390515 · Mobiles: 9454400315 / 9454400431 · Control Room: 9454402484. Uttar Pradesh Police

West Bengal — State Vigilance Commission (SVC)
Contact phones (SVC main line): 2334-0507 / 2334-0508 / 2334-0509 (SVC contact page). wbsvc.gov.in

Tamil Nadu — Directorate of Vigilance & Anti-Corruption (DVAC)
Contact / control room numbers: 044-22321090 / 044-22321085 / 044-22310989 / 044-22342142 (DVAC contact pages). dvac.tn.gov.in

Gujarat — Gujarat Vigilance Commission / ACB (state portal)
Online complaint portal (GVC); ACB / Vigilance contact pages available on Gujarat government sites (see GVC / ACB pages). gvc.gujarat.gov.in

Punjab — Anti-Corruption Action Line (WhatsApp chatbot)
WhatsApp number / chatbot: 9501200200 (Anti-Corruption Action Line info).

 

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