The Bihar Police find themselves under relentless assault as a series of attacks across multiple districts raise serious concerns about law and order in the state. In just five days, police personnel have been targeted in Araria, Munger, Patna, Bhagalpur, and Nawada, with two officers losing their lives. The incidents have sparked political controversy, with opposition parties holding the state government accountable for the worsening situation.
A Series of Attacks on Law Enforcement
The escalating violence against the police highlights the growing boldness of criminals while simultaneously eroding public confidence in law enforcement. Below is a timeline of recent attacks:
- March 12 – A police team was ambushed in Araria, resulting in the death of an ASI.
- March 14 – Another ASI was killed in Munger while responding to a dispute.
- March 14 – Police officers in Samastipur were pelted with stones by villagers.
- March 15 – In Bhagalpur, five policemen were injured following an attack.
- March 16 – A police team was assaulted by intoxicated individuals in Maner, Patna.
- March 16 – Stones were thrown at officers near Rajauli police station in Nawada.
Political Backlash and Opposition's Response
The Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) has strongly criticized the state government for failing to curb rising crime and ensuring police safety. In a social media post, RJD highlighted the alarming pattern of violence, stating:
"ASI officers were murdered in Araria and Munger by criminals shielded by the government. Police have been attacked in Bhagalpur, Nawada, and Patna, leaving several officers, including an SI, injured. Meanwhile, CM Nitish Kumar remains unaware, indifferent, and powerless."
Tejashwi Yadav’s Scathing Remarks
Leader of the Opposition, Tejashwi Yadav, also took aim at the state government, expressing his concerns through a poetic critique:
"These khaki-clad guardians of the people,
Tasked with upholding law and order,
Have now fallen victim to violence,
Their families left mourning during Holi celebrations.
Bihar is in turmoil once again—
Will the government finally wake up?"
Disturbing Visuals of Police Under Attack
Videos emerging from recent incidents show Bihar Police personnel retreating in the face of violent mobs. In Maner, Patna, officers were chased down by groups wielding sticks and weapons. Similar scenes unfolded in Bhagalpur, where police were forced to flee to escape an enraged crowd. These incidents have fueled concerns over the state's deteriorating law-and-order situation.
Pattern of Violence Began in Araria
The wave of attacks began in Araria, where an ASI succumbed to injuries sustained during a mob assault. A similar tragedy unfolded in Munger, claiming the life of another ASI. Despite Bihar Police's assurances of strict action, new incidents in Bhagalpur, Maner, and Nawada suggest that law enforcement remains a vulnerable target.
As attacks against the police persist, the debate over governance and security in Bihar continues to intensify. Will the state administration take decisive action to restore law and order, or will the cycle of violence spiral further out of control?
