Patna: Police officials in Bihar’s Samastipur seem to have found a unique way to stop policemen from taking leave for Chatth Puja.
Sources said that cops seeking leave for the festival have been asked to sign a letter of oath stating that they would observe fast during the festival and if they lie, “their children will face the consequences of nature.” The matter surfaced on Wednesday when images of a letter filled up by policemen were circulated on social media.
Bihar police association has reacted strongly and demanded immediate action against officials who passed the bizarre order.
According to association president, Mrityunjay Kumar Singh the step would demoralise the police force in the state. “Asking policemen to sign letter of oath before proceeding on leave is like doubting their credibility.” The allegation was, however, denied by the district police headquarters.
Samastipur SP Vikas Burman said that “No orders have been passed by the district police headquarters to take the application along with such affidavit. It is not appropriate for anyone to seek or submit such kind of undertaking for leave. The police line sergeant has been asked to investigate the matter”.
