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Bihar's New Home Minister Vows War on Mafias Amid Security Overhaul

Samrat Choudhary has officially taken charge as Bihar's Home Minister with a strong stance against criminal elements. He announced immediate measures to enhance security around educational institutions through special patrol teams. The deputy CM specifically targeted organized crime groups operating in land, sand, and liquor sectors for strict action. Additionally, he emphasized improving jail administration and tackling the growing challenge of cybercrime across the state.

Key Points: Samrat Choudhary Takes Charge of Bihar Home Ministry

  • Special police patrols to protect students near schools and colleges
  • Crackdown on land, sand, and liquor mafias across Bihar state
  • Enhanced jail surveillance with strict monitoring of mobile phones
  • Focus on combating cybercrime and online harassment cases
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Bihar: Samrat Choudhary assumes charge of state Home Ministry, vows to take strong action against criminals

Deputy CM Samrat Choudhary assumes Bihar Home Ministry, announces crackdown on land, sand, and liquor mafias while boosting campus security measures.

"Criminals—whether they belong to the land mafia, sand mafia, or liquor mafia—will be identified, and strict action will be taken against them. - Samrat Choudhary"

Patna, Nov 25

The newly formed Bihar government continues to take shape as ministers assume charge of their departments.

In this sequence, Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary on Tuesday assumed charge of the Home Department.

After taking charge, he addressed a press conference at the Bihar Police Headquarters, where he issued a strong warning to criminals.

Samrat Chaudhary said, “Good governance has been established in Bihar, and we have consistently worked to strengthen it. Several directives have been issued to further improve law and order. Criminals—whether they belong to the land mafia, sand mafia, or liquor mafia—will be identified, and strict action will be taken against them.”

He announced that a special police deployment and patrolling system will be introduced in schools and colleges to ensure the safety of students.

He stated that special pick-and-patrol teams will be stationed near educational institutions to prevent harassment and maintain discipline.

Police teams will conduct targeted campaigns around campuses to ensure safety, particularly for girl students.

The Deputy Chief Minister further said that the Bihar Police’s priority is to take firm action against criminals, ensure good governance, and expedite trials.

He also stressed tighter surveillance in jails. Mobile phones will be closely monitored, and jail administration will be held accountable for any irregularities.

He said that food in jails will be distributed only as per medical approval, and if any outside food is found, action will be taken against the officials concerned.

On cybercrime, Samrat Chaudhary said that special focus will be placed on tackling online fraud and abusive behaviour on social media.

“Anyone who harasses or abuses others online will face legal action. No one will be spared,” he said, adding that the established framework of good governance under Chief Minister Nitish Kumar will be strengthened further.

Chief Minister Nitish Kumar and 26 ministers of Bihar had already taken oath, and portfolio allocation was recently completed.

- IANS

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Priya S
As a mother of two school-going daughters, I'm really happy about the increased security around educational institutions. This should have been done years ago. Hope they implement it properly across all districts.
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Arjun K
Good intentions but I'll believe it when I see results. Every new Home Minister makes similar promises. The real test is whether they can break the politician-criminal nexus that has plagued Bihar politics for decades.
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Sarah B
The focus on cybercrime is timely! So many people are falling victim to online frauds these days. Hope they set up proper helplines and make the reporting process easier for common citizens.
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Vikram M
Jail reforms are crucial! Criminals running operations from inside prisons has become common. Strict monitoring of mobile phones and outside food can disrupt their networks. Hope this brings real change 🙏
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Kavya N
While I appreciate the tough stance, I hope this doesn't lead to police excesses against ordinary citizens. There should be proper oversight to ensure only actual criminals are targeted, not used to settle personal scores.
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Michael C
The mention of expediting trials is important. Justice delayed is justice denied. Hope they set up fast-track courts for serious crimes and clear the massive backlog in Bihar's judicial system.

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