The Bihar Revenue Service Association (BIRSA) has raised concerns about Deputy Chief Minister and Revenue Minister Vijay Kumar Sinha’s behavior towards officers during public grievance programs. The association warned of a potential boycott if such actions persist. Sinha has been conducting public dialogues in various districts to address citizen complaints, but these interactions have reportedly exposed alleged irregularities by officers, causing discontent within the department.
The Revenue Service Association accused Sinha of using derogatory language against officers in public and on social media, bypassing administrative norms for popularity. They criticized his statements during public hearings as incompatible with constitutional governance, resembling mob justice rather than democratic administration. The association also expressed disappointment over Sinha discrediting the work of previous ministers and officials, creating an impression of past administrations’ ineffectiveness.
BIRSA alleged that some senior officers prioritize personal visibility over institutional integrity, cautioning against blaming present-day circle officers for longstanding land disputes in Bihar. Despite no official response from the Chief Minister’s Office, Deputy CM Sinha emphasized taking decisive action against land mafia and brokers, instructing officials to combat illegal land activities rigorously. He warned of departmental action against officers failing to act against such elements.
