An alarming incident unfolded at the Lalbagh police station in Rajnandgaon, Chhattisgarh, where a constable, identified as Mahendra Sahu, was caught on camera assaulting a fellow officer. The video, which has gained significant traction on social media, depicts Sahu, visibly intoxicated, using a belt to strike his colleague. The Superintendent of Police (SP) immediately responded to the incident by suspending Constable Sahu and ordering an investigation. The assault took place during duty hours. Sahu was reportedly in an inebriated state and was being taken for a medical examination when the assault occurred. The incident has led to public criticism of the police department. CCTV footage of the incident has become widely accessible, prompting discussions regarding the behavior and conduct of law enforcement officials.
