Power-drunk bureaucracy strikes again in Bihar’s Vaishali, where a BDO’s viral video of slapping a youth has sparked fury. Stationed in Mahnar block, the officer reportedly flipped out after his official SUV was nudged by a passing car. In broad daylight, he exited the vehicle and launched into a violent tirade against the other driver.
The chilling clip reveals the young man on his knees, tears streaming as he begs, ‘Have mercy, sahib, I didn’t mean it.’ He clings to the BDO’s legs in desperation, but the slaps keep coming—one after another. Bystanders watched in horror before filming the assault, which exploded online within hours.
Public reaction has been swift and scathing. ‘This is not governance; this is goondagardi,’ fumed locals, urging higher authorities to strip the BDO of his post. Critics highlight a pattern of officials acting above the law, eroding trust in the system. Is a tiny bumper scratch worth such brutality?
As the controversy brews, all eyes are on Vaishali administration for a response. Will they defend the indefensible or deliver justice? This incident serves as a stark reminder that authority must come with responsibility, not a license for violence.