DGP's elucidation over the control of media amid the Bihar police resentment

The police investigation process is being questioned in many recent murders and crimes in Bihar. Big crimes across the state, including the murder case of the murder and the murder in Gopal Khemka of Chandan Mishra at Paras Hospital in the capital Patna, placed the Bihar police in the dock. After these incidents, police were criticized in the media, which increased dissatisfaction with the issue of crime control in the state. The initiative to control the media was issued on July 22, 2025 by Bihar DGP (Director General of the Police), who talked about raising the media of more publicity in police matters. In this decision it was made clear that sensitive issues related to the police investigation would not be broadcast in the media without investigation. This order was given for the purpose of maintaining harmony between the media and the police. Since this order, a new debate between the media and the police has erupted. Many media institutions call it an attack on freedom of expression, while the police administration calls it a way to maintain the impartiality of inquiry. DGP’s explanation amid increasing debate in the media, Bihar DGP released his explanation on the matter on Wednesday. The DGP said their goal was only to save the police investigation into being affected, and they made it clear that the media should work with their responsibility. The DGP also said that the police investigation into public sensations and should not be propagated incorrectly. The DGP also added in its statement that its decision in no way violates the media rights. Their goal was only that the investigation by the media in the investigation related to crimes should not affect the investigation, which could later cause dispute. Question about the image of the police were asked many questions about investigating the police in the event of the murder case of Chandan Mishra and Gopal Khemka. After this most important crimes across the state, there was a sense of mistrust between the media and the public about the police work style. As a result of these incidents, questions were asked about the operation of the Bihar police, who also influenced the image of the government. Share this story -tags