Sambalpur: Tension Rises as Police Officer Demands Free Entry for Family at Samaleswari Temple, Threatens Committee
Sambalpur: At the Maa Samaleswari Temple, devotees have been paying a fixed fee every year for special “Dhadi Darshan.” This fee is used for various temple expenses, and devotees who pay it get the rare opportunity to have a special darshan of the goddess. However, today, an incident at the temple involving a police officer’s arrogant behavior has drawn attention.
Free Entry for Police Families Sparks Debate
A dispute arose between temple committee members and a police officer over police families’ free entry into the temple. The officer questioned why his family was not allowed free entry and threatened to end the practice if his demands were not met. A video shows two police officers glaring at the Dussehra committee members, adding fuel to the fire.
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Committee’s Stand on Free Entry
The committee members actively explained that they permit only on-duty police officers in uniform to enter for free. Other visitors must pay ₹100 to enter. Despite this rule, the officer continued to put pressure on the committee, acting aggressively and threatening them.
Public Outrage Over Officer’s Behavior
This incident has sparked criticism from the public, with many condemning the officer’s behavior. People are comparing it to past incidents, like those at the Bharatpur police station in Bhubaneswar, questioning why some police officers continue to behave in such a high-handed manner. While authorities often remind the police to work for “Pro-People Policing,” such incidents show that officers are not practicing it at the ground level.
Conclusion
Ultimately, the officer forced the committee members to give in to his demands, allowing his family to enter for free. The officer’s aggressive behavior has irritated the public, with many demanding accountability from police officers who misuse their authority.
