Bengaluru police chief warns personnel against making social media posts in uniform
Bengaluru: Bengaluru Police Commissioner B Dayananda on Tuesday warned police officers and personnel from making reels and uploading them on social media while in uniform and on duty, as it would bring disrepute to the department.
His statement came a day after a circular was issued by the office of the commissioner, in which he said that creating reels in uniform not only amounted to indiscipline, but is also against the rules of the department.
As police are also part of society, its natural that societal flaws are also found in them, he said. In recent days, police officials and staff have developed a habit of creating reels, shorts and videos while in uniform and posting them on social media. It does not bring good repute to the department, he asserted.
Stating that the "uniform has its own respect in the society", the commissioner said, "Showcasing your 'artistic talent' while in uniform is against the rules." In a circular issued on July 22, the police chief stated that the conduct is against the rules and regulations of the police department and may adversely affect the dignity of the department.
He said that the police uniform is a symbol of commitment, dedication and responsibility of the police. Accordingly, its use in any public or digital forum should reflect these values.
Creating reels about unrelated topics while in uniform and uploading them on social media can damage the department's reputation, he said. Social media plays an important role in shaping public opinion and any inappropriate content by police in uniform can affect public confidence in the department, he pointed out.
He directed all the divisional deputy commissioners of police, unit heads and supervisory officers to sensitise their colleagues and subordinates and take strict action in case of non-compliance.
The social media unit of the Bengaluru police has also been asked to keep vigil and monitor such activities of police personnel on social media, and report the matter to seniors for further action.
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Mentally unstable man arrested for bludgeoning elderly mother, wife to death in Jharkhand
Lohardaga (Jharkhand) (PTI): A mentally unstable man was arrested for allegedly bludgeoning his elderly mother and wife to death in Jharkhand's Lohardaga district, police said on Sunday.
The incident took place in Dhanamuji village in Bhandra police station area on Saturday evening. The deceased have been identified as Rupi Oraon (62) and Somri Oraon (45), they said.
"The accused, Madwa Oraon, was arrested immediately after the incident. He allegedly attacked his mother and wife with an iron rod after an altercation over some issues, leading to their death on the spot," Lohardaga Superintendent of Police (SP) Sadique Anwar Rizvi said.
He said the bodies of both the victims were sent to Sadar Hospital, Lohardaga for post-mortem examination.
"The accused is mentally unstable. He has been receiving treatment for the last one year. He used to get agitated over small issues, and that might have been the reason behind the incident," another police officer said.
An FIR has been registered against the accused, Manoj Gupta, officer-in-charge of Bhandra police station, said.
