A shocking video from Darbhanga district in Bihar has ignited outrage over police conduct. Benta police station in-charge Harendra Kumar allegedly abused and threatened a female doctor whose vehicle entered a no-entry zone. The footage, now viral, captures the officer hurling expletives at Dr. Tejaswini Pandey while she sat in her car.
The incident unfolded when the doctor’s driver mistakenly drove into the restricted area. Instead of issuing a routine fine, Kumar reportedly launched into a tirade, using offensive language targeting the doctor’s family. Dr. Pandey calmly offered to pay the penalty, but the officer continued his aggressive behavior, escalating the confrontation.
Eyewitnesses on the road watched in disbelief as the uniformed officer displayed unprofessional conduct. The video’s circulation prompted swift attention from local authorities, though no immediate action was taken against Kumar due to the SSP’s engagements.
Dr. Pandey later condemned the officer’s actions, stating they tarnish the police force’s image. She demanded strict departmental measures from the DGP to prevent such incidents.
Defending himself, Station House Officer Harendra Kumar claimed the driver intentionally accelerated towards him and a constable during an earlier stop attempt, nearly causing a fatal accident. He admitted to using abusive words in the heat of the moment after the driver refused to open the car door upon being stopped again.
SSP Jagunath Reddy assured a thorough probe once the video reaches his desk, promising action against any guilty personnel. This episode raises broader questions about accountability within Bihar’s law enforcement, especially towards professionals like doctors serving the public.
As social media buzzes with calls for justice, the case underscores the need for better training and temperament management among police ranks. Will this lead to meaningful reforms, or fade into another controversy?