A mining official has been arrested on charges of bribery, anti-corruption authorities said. The official, whose name has not been released, was taken into custody following an investigation into allegations that he demanded and accepted a bribe for granting mining approvals. Officials said the arrest was made after a formal complaint was lodged. The case is being investigated under the Prevention of Corruption Act. Bribery in mining departments can lead to illegal mining and environmental damage, authorities noted. The exact amount of the bribe has not been disclosed. The suspect is expected to be produced before a court soon. This arrest is part of ongoing efforts to crack down on corruption in the mining sector. Further investigations are under way to determine if others were involved.