There was a jam in Bihar by purchasing liquor from UP, there was a stir when the picture of the inspector went viral:

News India Live, Digital Desk: The same people who are responsible for implementing the complete prohibition law in Bihar are now seen flouting the law. The latest case is from a district bordering Uttar Pradesh and Bihar, where a picture of a police officer (Inspector) with liquor is becoming increasingly viral on social media. It is alleged that the uniformed man first went to the UP border and bought liquor and then came to Bihar and spilled the liquor without any fear. This incident has raised serious questions on the image of Bihar Police and the headquarters has taken strict cognizance of the matter.

Truth of viral photo: Journey from shop to jam

In the pictures going viral on social media, it can be clearly seen that police officers in civilian clothes are present at a liquor vend in Uttar Pradesh.

Shopping photo: In the first picture, Inspector Ji is seen buying liquor bottles from a shop in UP.

party mode: In the second picture, he is sitting at the table with some of his acquaintances, opening liquor bottles and enjoying the drink. It is being told that this party was organized at some secret place within the border of Bihar.

Open violation of prohibition law

Complete prohibition is in force in Bihar since April 2016. Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has repeatedly been giving strict instructions to the police officers that any kind of laxity in prohibition will not be tolerated.

Cross Border Games: There are often reports of liquor smuggling with the connivance of the police on the border of UP and Bihar, but the involvement of an officer himself has become a cause of embarrassment for the department.

Credibility crisis: When only law keepers consume alcohol, what message will be sent to the public? There is huge anger among the local people regarding this incident.

Department’s action: Preparation for suspension

After the pictures went viral, the district police captain (SP) has ordered an investigation into the matter.

Inquiry Committee: A special team has been formed which is investigating the authenticity of the viral photo and the place where the party took place.

Provision for strict punishment: Under the prohibition law in Bihar, if a government employee is caught drinking or selling liquor, there is a provision to even dismiss him from service. According to sources, the accused inspector may be suspended soon.

‘Digital strike’ on social media

These days, Bihar Police is keeping an eye on social media to identify ‘black sheep’ within its own department. This matter has also come to light due to digital vigilance. Police Headquarters has directed officers of all the districts to keep a close watch on the activities of policemen in the border areas.