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Crime
Bihar Flood Relief: SSP Suspends Thana Head Sangram Singh for Brandishing Pistol
✍️ Amar Ujala · Bihar
🗓 05 Oct 2026, 09:15 AM
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A photo from Makrer, Saran showed Thana Head Sangram Singh pointing a pistol at people during flood‑relief distribution, leading SSP Roshun Kumar to suspend him.
Saran district's Makrer village witnessed a controversial incident during the ongoing flood‑relief drive. A video circulating on social media captured Thana Head Sangram Singh brandishing a pistol and aiming it toward a crowd of beneficiaries. The footage sparked immediate public outcry, with many questioning the use of force in a humanitarian setting.
Following the viral video, Senior Superintendent of Police Roshun Kumar ordered an internal inquiry and, pending the outcome, suspended Sangram Singh from his duties. The suspension underscores the police department's stance against any intimidation during relief operations.
Authorities have reiterated that relief distribution will continue without disruption, and they have urged citizens to cooperate with officials while investigations proceed. No injuries were reported in connection with the incident, and the police have promised strict action against any misconduct.
The incident adds to the challenges faced by the state as it grapples with severe flooding, displacing thousands and straining emergency services. Officials are focusing on ensuring that aid reaches affected families safely and without intimidation.
The police department has also announced that additional training will be provided to frontline officers to prevent similar occurrences in future relief efforts.
Following the viral video, Senior Superintendent of Police Roshun Kumar ordered an internal inquiry and, pending the outcome, suspended Sangram Singh from his duties. The suspension underscores the police department's stance against any intimidation during relief operations.
Authorities have reiterated that relief distribution will continue without disruption, and they have urged citizens to cooperate with officials while investigations proceed. No injuries were reported in connection with the incident, and the police have promised strict action against any misconduct.
The incident adds to the challenges faced by the state as it grapples with severe flooding, displacing thousands and straining emergency services. Officials are focusing on ensuring that aid reaches affected families safely and without intimidation.
The police department has also announced that additional training will be provided to frontline officers to prevent similar occurrences in future relief efforts.