The police encounter in Bilauti village, Bhojpur district, on June 17 has taken a significant turn. Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary has ordered a judicial inquiry into the incident. The inquiry aims to ensure transparency and address doubts surrounding the case.
Criticism has emerged from leaders within the ruling alliance itself. JD(U) National Working President Sanjay Kumar Jha expressed serious doubts about the circumstances of the encounter. He emphasized the need for a thorough investigation supervised by senior officers.
Former Union Minister Ashwini Choubey questioned the police’s version of events. He demanded clarity on why the police opened fire if the individual had surrendered and was unarmed. The controversy has sparked political reactions both within and outside Bihar.
MP Pappu Yadav strongly criticized the incident, likening the individual involved to Bhagat Singh. Ara MP Sudama Prasad, along with CPI(ML) leaders, raised concerns about the encounter. Prasad alleged that the available evidence suggested the encounter may have been staged.
The controversy escalated as videos related to the incident circulated widely on social media. While authorities claim the individual fired at the police first, conflicting accounts from family members and villagers have raised questions about the police’s actions.
