Synopsis
In an exclusive interview, Bihar DGP Vinay Kumar discusses the recent surrender of former MLA Anant Singh and emphasizes that all individuals, including police and government officials, are equal before the law. He outlines the commitment of law enforcement to uphold justice and tackle crime and corruption effectively.Key Takeaways
- Equality before the law is emphasized by DGP Kumar.
- Police are taking strict actions against law violators.
- Ongoing investigations are being resolved in a timely manner.
- Special SOPs for seizing criminal properties have been established.
- There is a strong commitment to combat corruption and ensure accountability.
Patna, Jan 24 (NationPress) The former MLA Anant Singh turned himself in at the Barh civil court on Friday regarding a shoot-out incident. Following this, he was placed in judicial custody for 14 days at Beur Jail in Patna. In light of these events, IANS had an exclusive discussion with Bihar's Director General of Police (DGP) Vinay Kumar.
The DGP remarked: "We are unceasingly working to ensure that no individual is above the law, be they police personnel or government officials. Everyone is treated equally under the law." DGP Kumar further underscored that the police are committed to enforcing the rule of law and taking stringent action against lawbreakers.
"We are implementing all necessary measures to reinforce the rule of law. The police force guarantees adherence to legal statutes, and robust actions will be enforced against anyone breaching the law. Our commitment is unwavering to ensure that no one is above the law, including police officers or government workers. Recently, as you may have observed, when police personnel erred or committed offenses, they faced the same penalties as ordinary criminals. Cases involving the Mahkar police station head, Bagaha's DSP, and the Excise inspector among others have seen them arrested and incarcerated. We are resolute in our actions regarding such issues," he stated during the IANS interaction.
The senior officer also pointed out that pending investigations are being addressed within a stipulated timeframe.
He added that all senior officers, including DIGs, SPs, City SPs, and DSPs, are diligently executing their responsibilities, with actions being undertaken against any negligence. Police establishments are undergoing thorough evaluations to rectify any errors and enhance the efficacy of police operations.
On the topic of the increasing number of encounters in Bihar, the DGP clarified that this is not a predetermined strategy.
He explained that encounters arise naturally as police activity escalates and criminals remain active in the vicinity.
He characterized encounters as potential incidents occurring when both police and criminals are present in the same area. "It could be an incidental occurrence. The uptick in encounter cases is attributed to the increased vigilance of the police," he added.
In response to inquiries about the Anant Singh case, the DGP reiterated that the law applies uniformly to all. Whether an official, government employee, or an ordinary citizen, the law does not discriminate.
"This embodies the principle of 'equality before the law' and the 'rule of law,' which we are committed to uphold. We are ensuring prompt investigations and quick prosecution processes," he emphasized.
Furthermore, he mentioned that specific SOPs have been formulated to confiscate properties obtained by criminals. All police stations have been instructed to locate and seize assets acquired through illegal means.
The government maintains a firm position on matters such as triple 'C' crimes, communalism, and corruption, and the police will vigorously combat corruption, he stated.
"You have witnessed actions against several senior officials, and we will persist in targeting corruption similarly. We will also pursue the attachment of properties acquired by criminals, and if arrests are warranted during investigations, they will be executed. If criminal activities proliferate in a particular area and the police remain alert, the potential for encounters cannot be dismissed," the DGP concluded.
