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Crime
Madhya Pradesh Collector suspends patwari for riding elderly across river
✍️ Amar Ujala · Madhya Pradesh
🗓 09 Sep 2026, 11:02 PM
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A video showing patwari Nilesh Namdev riding an elderly man’s back to cross a river in Sehdri went viral, prompting Collector Vikas Mishra to suspend him.
Patwari Nilesh Namdev was captured on video sitting on the back of an elderly resident to cross a river near Sehdri in Madhya Pradesh. The clip, posted on social media, quickly spread and sparked public outrage over the apparent misuse of authority.
Following the viral spread, Collector Vikas Mishra ordered an immediate inquiry and announced that the patwari would be suspended pending further action. The suspension was communicated through an official notification, citing violation of conduct standards expected of a government officer.
State officials indicated that the incident would be investigated under the relevant service rules, and that appropriate disciplinary measures would be taken if misconduct is confirmed. The case highlights growing scrutiny of public servants’ behavior in the digital age.
Following the viral spread, Collector Vikas Mishra ordered an immediate inquiry and announced that the patwari would be suspended pending further action. The suspension was communicated through an official notification, citing violation of conduct standards expected of a government officer.
State officials indicated that the incident would be investigated under the relevant service rules, and that appropriate disciplinary measures would be taken if misconduct is confirmed. The case highlights growing scrutiny of public servants’ behavior in the digital age.