Bihar removes Siwan SP Jha after constable fires AK-47 during protests
The Bihar government removed Siwan SP Puran Kumar Jha from his post after a constable fired an AK-47 during student protests on July 25. Constable Abhishek Kumar, who fired four rounds into the air, has been suspended. The state told the Supreme Court that no one was injured by these shots but acknowledged minor injuries to three protesters elsewhere. Jha is under vetting for a new posting while other officers remain without fresh assignments.
28 JUL 2026
— Indian Express
Bihar police constable Abhishek Kumar was suspended for firing four rounds from his AK-47 during a protest, violating state police manuals.
18 AUG 2026
· THIS STORY — NDTV
The Bihar government removed Siwan SP Puran Kumar Jha following a constable's use of an AK-47 during student protests.
21 AUG 2026
— NDTV
Bihar Police implemented new rules restricting AK-47 use to life-threatening situations following criticism over the July protests.
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