KKN Gurugram desk | Bihar’s Leader of Opposition and RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav visited Kataya village in Benipatti, Madhubani, to meet Mohammad Firoz, a resident who alleged severe police brutality. Firoz, who suffered serious injuries due to the alleged assault, broke down in front of Tejashwi Yadav, narrating his ordeal.
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Firoz accused the police of mercilessly beating him up, leaving him injured. He also alleged that the police detained him overnight without providing food and only released him after taking a bribe of ₹25,000. The shocking incident has once again raised concerns over rising police misconduct in Bihar.
Tejashwi Yadav strongly condemned the Nitish Kumar government, stating that law enforcement in Bihar has become oppressive instead of protective. He further criticized the state’s administrative system, claiming that corruption, police brutality, and victimization of innocent citizens are rampant under the current government.
Tejashwi Yadav’s Outrage: “Bihar Police Has Become Predatory”
During his visit, Tejashwi Yadav did not hold back in criticizing the state government. After listening to Mohammad Firoz’s traumatic experience, the RJD leader accused the Bihar police of corruption and communal bias.
Key Allegations by Tejashwi Yadav:
- Bihar Police is Becoming a Threat Instead of Offering Protection
- Yadav slammed the state’s law enforcement agencies, stating that instead of ensuring public safety, they are behaving like oppressors.
- He alleged that the police deliberately target innocent individuals, particularly those from marginalized communities.
- Nitish Kumar’s Government Has Lost Control Over Law & Order
- Tejashwi accused Bihar’s Chief Minister Nitish Kumar of being completely unaware of the deteriorating law and order situation in the state.
- He further claimed that administration and police officials are only following orders from top bureaucrats without accountability.
- ₹25,000 Bribe for Release: A Shocking Example of Police Corruption
- The allegation of a bribe for release has sparked outrage, with Yadav stating that police officials are using their power for financial extortion instead of serving justice.
- He vowed to take action against corrupt officers and ensure strict measures to prevent further police abuse.
- Communal Targeting & Ideological Bias in the Police Force
- The opposition leader accused certain officers within the Bihar police of having ideological biases.
- He alleged that officers influenced by communal thinking are unfairly targeting minority communities.
- Yadav stated, “We know how to correct the vision of those who look at minorities with prejudice.”
Rising Cases of Police Brutality in Bihar: A Major Concern
The alleged police assault on Mohammad Firoz is not an isolated case. In recent years, several incidents of police brutality, custodial torture, and corruption have been reported across Bihar.
Why Is Bihar Facing a Law Enforcement Crisis?
- Lack of Government Control: Opposition leaders argue that the Bihar government has lost its grip on law and order, allowing police misconduct to go unchecked.
- Corruption in the System: The ₹25,000 bribe case highlights deep-rooted corruption in Bihar’s police department, where innocent people are forced to pay to escape false charges or avoid torture.
- Unaccountable Bureaucracy: According to Tejashwi Yadav, law enforcement officers in Bihar operate without transparency or accountability, making them more powerful than the state leadership itself.
- Targeting of Minority Communities: Allegations of communal bias in police actions have been increasing, with critics arguing that some officers unfairly target specific communities based on ideological prejudices.
Political War: RJD vs JD(U) Over Bihar’s Governance
The incident has triggered a fresh political war between RJD and JD(U)-BJP-led Bihar government.
- Tejashwi Yadav and the RJD have used this case to highlight the Nitish Kumar administration’s failure to control the police force.
- The JD(U) and BJP have dismissed the allegations, claiming that law enforcement is functioning independently and that the opposition is trying to politicize a local issue for electoral gains.
However, with growing reports of police excesses and corruption, the Nitish Kumar-led government is facing serious questions over its ability to maintain law and order in Bihar.
What’s Next? Will There Be an Investigation?
Following Tejashwi Yadav’s high-profile visit to Madhubani, pressure is mounting on the Bihar government to take action against the officers involved in the case.
Possible Next Steps:
- Official Investigation
- There may be an inquiry into Mohammad Firoz’s case, particularly regarding the alleged police brutality and bribery claims.
- Suspension of Accused Officers
- If the allegations are proven, the officers involved may face suspension or departmental action.
- Political Protests & Legal Action
- The RJD and other opposition parties may organize protests demanding justice for Firoz and action against corrupt police officials.
- Policy Reforms in Bihar’s Police Department
- This case could spark a larger discussion on police accountability, corruption, and law enforcement reforms in Bihar.
The alleged police assault on Mohammad Firoz and Tejashwi Yadav’s intervention has once again put the Bihar government under the scanner for police brutality and corruption.
- With Tejashwi Yadav directly accusing the Nitish Kumar government of incompetence and corruption, the issue has turned into a major political controversy.
- Public outrage over increasing police misconduct could impact the upcoming elections, forcing the state government to act swiftly.
- If Bihar’s administration fails to control police excesses, it could further erode trust in law enforcement agencies and governance.
The next few weeks will be crucial in determining whether the Bihar government addresses this growing crisis or dismisses it as another political dispute.
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