Madhya Pradesh Revenue Official Crosses Drain On Elderly Man's Back, Suspended
A revenue official in Madhya Pradesh was suspended after a viral video showed him riding on the back of an elderly man to cross a water-filled drain. The incident has sparked public outrage regarding the conduct of government officials toward citizens.
Why it matters
The incident highlights ongoing issues regarding power dynamics and the treatment of vulnerable populations by local government authorities in India.
A revenue department official in Madhya Pradesh's Sidhi district has been suspended after a video showing him riding on the back of an elderly man to cross a water-filled drain went viral on social media.The incident took place in Mata village of the district when Patwari Nilesh Namdev had gone there for an official survey, according to reports.The video shows the elderly man, identified as Lalwa Kevat, carrying the Patwari on his back as they cross the drain.
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