In a series of events across Bihar, a display of heroism at an airport contrasted with reports of crime and tragedy from various districts. The incidents, occurring over the weekend, highlight both the dedication of security personnel and the ongoing law and order challenges in the state.
CISF Woman Warrior Acts Swiftly at Patna Airport
A female officer of the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) performed a lifesaving intervention for a distressed passenger at Patna's Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport. The force shared the CCTV footage of the incident on social media platform X on Sunday, commending the officer's proactive and compassionate response. The CISF headquarters stated that her timely action not only saved a precious life but also brought immense relief to the passenger's family members.
This event underscores the CISF's commitment to going beyond traditional security duties, often stepping in to assist the public during medical or personal emergencies amidst the busy airport environment.
Violence and Crime Across Bihar Districts
In a separate and violent incident in Siwan district, auto-rickshaw driver Ramashankar Gupta (50) was shot at by bike-borne criminals near Hujhujipur village under the Andar police station area on Sunday. The assailants ambushed Gupta, fired three rounds at him after stopping his vehicle while he was on his way to the market. He received initial aid before being rushed to Patna for advanced medical treatment.
His family has linked the brazen attack to an ongoing land dispute, alleging that prior threats were not acted upon by the police. Andar police station officer Papon Kumar confirmed that the case prima facie appears to be land dispute-related. Police have inspected the scene and are conducting raids to identify and arrest the perpetrators.
Temple Theft Cracked in Chhapra
Meanwhile, in Chhapra's Bhagwan Bazar area, police cracked a theft case at the ancient Dharmanath Temple within four days. The theft occurred on December 17, when a thief broke the donation box and stole ornaments from the idol of Maa Durga. The priests discovered the crime the next morning, December 18.
Acting on a tip-off, police arrested one accused, Pankaj Kumar Rai alias Benga, a resident of Ratanpura, on Sunday. From him, they recovered Rs 1,809 in cash and a gold-like maangtika and chain. During interrogation, Rai confessed to the crime and named three accomplices who are currently absconding. ASP Ram Pukar Singh briefed that raids are underway to arrest the others, with intensive interrogation ongoing.
Tragic Deaths Reported in Supaul and Gopalganj
In a tragic incident in Supaul district, a 27-year-old married woman, Baby Devi, wife of Mithilesh Yadav, died by suicide late Saturday night. The incident took place in Kupadia (ward number 9), Thalha Garhiya Panchayat, under Triveniganj police station. She was found hanging in a locked room on Sunday morning after she did not respond to family members' calls.
Locals reported ongoing marital disputes, though the exact reason for the extreme step remains unclear. Triveniganj SHO Rakesh Kumar stated that the body has been sent to Sadar Hospital in Supaul for post-mortem, and the exact cause of death will be determined after the report.
In another heartbreaking event in Gopalganj district, an eight-year-old boy, Pawan Kumar, son of Rajesh Kumar Singh, succumbed to his injuries on Sunday. The accident occurred on Saturday in Doomriya village under Gopalpur police station, when a heavy iron gate fell on him while he was playing at home. He was opening the gate when it suddenly collapsed, causing severe injuries.
After being rushed to Kuchaikot Primary Health Centre, he was referred to Lucknow for advanced care but died during treatment.
