Bihar Police AK-47 Use During Protests Controversy

6 UPDATES · 26 DAYS · 27 JUL 2026 — 21 AUG 2026

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Latest · 21 Aug 2026

Bihar Police implemented new rules restricting AK-47 use to life-threatening situations following criticism over the July protests.

What this timeline covers

This event covers the controversy surrounding the Bihar policeman's unauthorized use of an AK-47 during protests on July 25th, including the subsequent reactions, analyses, and follow-up actions such as suspensions, FIRs, and new rules implemented by the Bihar Police. It excludes other incidents or actions by the Bihar Police or government unless they are direct developments or consequences of the July 25th incident.

The full story, from the beginning

27Jul

STORY BEGINS — NDTV

Bihar policeman suspended for firing AK-47, injuring 15-year-old during protests

Indian Express

Bihar Police filed three separate FIRs following the July 25th firing by a constable during protests in Siwan, which injured three civilians.

28Jul

Indian Express

Bihar police suspended a constable for using an AK-47 without authorization, following protests that resulted in injuries and the withdrawal of FIRs and release of detainees.

Indian Express

Bihar police constable Abhishek Kumar was suspended for firing four rounds from his AK-47 during a protest, violating state police manuals.

3 weeks later

18Aug

NDTV

The Bihar government removed Siwan SP Puran Kumar Jha following a constable's use of an AK-47 during student protests.

21Aug

LATEST UPDATE — NDTV

Bihar Police implemented new rules restricting AK-47 use to life-threatening situations following criticism over the July protests.

Story concluded