18 police officers suspended, 16 arrested in Uttar Pradesh for involvement in extortion racket targeting truck drivers.

18 police officers, including a station officer, were suspended, and 16 people, including two policemen, were arrested in Uttar Pradesh for involvement in an extortion racket near the UP-Bihar border. Truck drivers were targeted, and the government has initiated a vigilance inquiry to uncover any further illegal activities. This action demonstrates Uttar Pradesh's zero-tolerance policy for corruption and extortion.