Several districts across Bihar are currently reeling from widespread flooding that has severely disrupted daily life and submerged rural settlements. Amid the ongoing relief operations in Saran district, an alarming incident of official misconduct triggered public outrage. The station house officer of Maker police station allegedly drew his pistol toward flood victims during the distribution of essential relief supplies. After video footage of the episode circulated widely across social media networks, senior district police authorities intervened promptly to take disciplinary action.
Immediate Suspension Follows Allegations of Gross Misconduct
The office of the Senior Superintendent of Police in Saran addressed the incident through an official statement confirming strict disciplinary measures. According to the directive, Maker police station chief Sangram Kumar Singh has been placed under immediate suspension. The action followed viral footage showing the officer allegedly brandishing a firearm at local crowds gathered to collect aid supplies in the inundated sector. District police officials noted that prima facie, such actions reflect grave negligence of official duty, indiscipline, and high-handed conduct that cannot be tolerated within the police force. The district administration confirmed these steps while sharing updates via an official announcement on social media.
Nearly 10 Lakh Affected Across Six Bihar Districts
The humanitarian emergency in the state intensified following heavy downpours during the final week of September across Nepal and adjoining catchment areas. The massive runoff led to surging river levels, inundating 169 gram panchayats situated across 30 administrative blocks in six vulnerable districts. Official records indicate that approximately 9.87 lakh residents have been displaced or hit by the disaster. The worst-affected administrative regions include Saran, West Champaran, East Champaran, Gopalganj, Darbhanga, and Muzaffarpur, where government teams have been mobilised to provide emergency food supplies and medical support.
Fatal Air-Drop Accident Claims Life of Local Resident
Compounding the tragedy in flood-hit Saran, an air-drop mission intended to rescue marooned villagers ended in a fatal accident. Relief packets were being delivered by helicopter near an emergency camp located in Parshurampur village under the Amanour police station limits. On Friday afternoon, around 3:30 pm, an airborne supply bundle struck a 58-year-old local resident directly on the head. The individual, identified as Parshurampur resident Anil Kumar Singh, succumbed to injuries sustained in the sudden impact while awaiting sustenance.
Official Probe Underway Pending Autopsy Confirmation
Providing details on the casualty, Marhaura Sub-Divisional Police Officer Sabindra Kumar Das stated that initial evidence indicates the man died after being struck directly on the head by a heavy relief packet dropped from an operating helicopter. Following the occurrence, authorities shifted the body to a hospital facility to undergo a post-mortem examination as part of an official inquiry. SDPO Sabindra Kumar Das confirmed that the conclusive cause of death will be established once medical specialists conclude the procedure and submit the autopsy report.
