On April 24, 2026, the Supreme Court of India granted bail to Smt Kumari, a government officer accused of accepting a bribe of ₹10,000 under the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988. The court's decision was notably influenced by the revelation that rats had destroyed the seized currency notes, raising serious concerns about the handling and preservation of evidence in corruption cases. The Patna High Court had previously convicted Kumari and sentenced her to four years of rigorous imprisonment. The Supreme Court expressed skepticism regarding the Patna High Court's findings, emphasizing the need for a thorough examination of the circumstances surrounding the destruction of the evidence. This case highlights the potential revenue loss for the state due to improper storage of seized money, prompting the Supreme Court to take a closer look at the matter during future hearings.