When Power Goes Rogue: The Shocking Truth Behind Odisha & Kota Violence
Let’s be honest—we’ve all seen those viral videos where someone in uniform or a fancy suit loses their cool. But what happened in Odisha and Kota last week? That wasn’t just anger. That was raw power flexing its muscles, and frankly, it’s left me fuming. Two incidents, just days apart, showing how thin the line between authority and brutality really is in our country.
1. Odisha Commissioner Attack: Politics at Its Ugliest
What Actually Went Down
Picture this: a municipal commissioner’s office, probably one of those stuffy government buildings we’ve all been to. Suddenly, BJP leaders storm in—not to discuss policies, but to slap, punch and kick the man. And here’s the kicker (no pun intended): someone was filming the whole thing. The video’s grainy, but you can clearly see the commissioner trying to shield himself. Makes your blood boil, doesn’t it?
Why This Isn’t Just Another Political Scuffle
Look, political fights aren’t new. But attacking a civil servant? That’s crossing a red line. What’s worse is the BJP’s reaction—some leaders pretending it didn’t happen, others saying the commissioner “probably deserved it.” Seriously? This isn’t some roadside argument—it’s assault on a government officer, a non-bailable offense. Yet three days later, guess how many arrests? Zero.
What People Are Saying
Social media exploded, obviously. #OdishaViolence was trending with over 200K tweets by afternoon. But here’s the thing that gets me—without that video, would anyone have cared? Probably not. And that’s exactly why these guys thought they could get away with it.
2. Kota Cop vs. Street Vendor: A Slap That Shook India
The Incident That Shouldn’t Have Happened
Now let’s talk about Kota. A street vendor—probably earning less in a day than that cop spends on chai—gets slapped so hard he passes out. Over what? His cart was “blocking traffic.” I’ve seen buses parked sideways on Delhi roads causing jams—nobody slaps those drivers unconscious.
The Bigger Picture Nobody Wants to See
National Human Rights Commission data shows 1,700+ police brutality complaints last year alone. Know how many cops got punished? Barely 2%. That’s not a system failing—that’s a system working exactly as designed to protect its own. Remember the Tamil Nadu custodial deaths? Exactly my point.
What Happened After
The cop got suspended (after the video went viral, naturally). But locals aren’t buying it—they want him behind bars. “Stop Police Raj” posters are all over Kota now. And the vendor? Concussion, medical bills, and probably too scared to set up his cart again. Justice? Not quite.
3. The Common Thread: Who’s Really Above the Law?
Both cases scream one thing loud and clear—if you’ve got power in India, you can get away with almost anything. Until cameras get involved, that is. Think about it:
- Power Trip: Both attackers clearly thought “Who’s gonna stop me?”
- Selective Outrage: No video = no case. That’s how it works now.
- Broken Systems: Our complaint mechanisms might as well not exist.
4. How India Reacted: From Hashtags to Hypocrisy
Twitter Wars Tell the Real Story
#JusticeForKotaVendor got 5 million impressions. Celebrities chimed in. But scroll down the replies and you’ll find folks justifying both incidents—”The vendor was illegal,” “The commissioner was corrupt.” Since when did that warrant assault?
Media’s Double Standards
English papers covered it fairly. But Odisha’s regional channels? Barely mentioned their own commissioner’s assault. And when BBC called it “democratic backsliding,” half of Twitter accused them of anti-India bias. Can’t win, can you?
5. Where Do We Go From Here?
Legal Loopholes Need Closing
Sure, there are laws—IPC 323, 341, 353. But between filing FIRs and actual convictions? A vast desert of delays and dropped charges. The Kota vendor can’t afford a lawyer. The commissioner might get justice, but only because he’s “important.” That’s the system we’ve built.
Why This Hurts All of Us
Every time this happens and nothing changes, it tells every cop and politician “Go ahead, who’s stopping you?” Lokniti’s 2023 survey says 68% of us don’t trust police. Can you blame them?
6. Final Thoughts: Enough Is Enough
I’m not naive—one article won’t change anything. But if we keep shouting about each case, supporting groups like PUCL, maybe—just maybe—we’ll force some accountability. Because right now? The message is clear: if you’ve got power in India, the rules don’t apply to you. And that’s a message we can’t afford to let stand.
FAQs: Quick Answers to Burning Questions
When did these happen?
Odisha on June 12, Kota on June 15—mark those dates.
Any arrests yet?
Kota cop suspended (big deal). Odisha attackers? Still free as birds.
How to report such incidents?
NHRC website or Amnesty India’s anonymous tip line. But brace for a long fight.
Who’s fighting this system?
PUCL, Human Rights Watch, and brave local activists risking their safety daily.
Source: News18 Hindi – Nation
