A chilling assault on a medical aspirant in Patna has prompted Bihar to initiate blanket inspections of every girls’ hostel, signaling a tight noose around negligent operators. The Advocate General’s communique to top brass has mobilized nine divisional commissioners, who in turn have tasked DMs and SPs with urgent compliance.
Purnea Commissioner Rajesh Kumar detailed the protocol: 15-day timelines for all-women inspection squads to evaluate private and public hostels in Purnea, Katihar, Araria, and Kishanganj. Focus areas include security arrangements, occupant verification, operator vetting, and legal registrations, with FIRs for any irregularities.
The High Court petition post-Shambhu incident catalyzed this statewide vigilance. Local horrors in Purnea, where dubious deaths at roadside hostels went unprobed, amplify the stakes.
As illegal hostels sprout unchecked amid educational booms, this operation promises a cleanup. Detailed reporting will expose gaps, enforce standards, and deter future risks.
Bihar’s daughters deserve sanctuaries, not snares. This probe heralds stricter governance, potentially curbing a shadowy network and safeguarding aspirations.