A missing girl case in Patna sparked controversy after allegations of police misconduct were raised by an RJD MLC. The Bihar Director General of Police, Vinay Kumar, assured strict action against any guilty officers. The incident, linked to a land dispute, is under investigation by the police.
Opposition leaders have criticized the state government following the incident, with Purnea Lok Sabha MP Pappu Yadav condemning the police’s behavior. The Bihar Police has faced criticism for its handling of recent crimes against girls in the state. These include a NEET aspirant’s suspicious death and the brutal assault and murder of a six-year-old girl in Darbhanga.
The police have also been under scrutiny for the mysterious death of a 17-year-old girl in Patna. Family members allege foul play in this case. The police, SIT, and CID have faced challenges in solving these cases, leading to the involvement of the CBI in some instances.
