6-Year-Old Boy Ends Hunger Strike in Patna After Pappu Yadav's Appeal

A six-year-old boy in Patna's Gardanibagh area has ended his hunger strike after an appeal by Independent MP Rajesh Ranjan, popularly known as Pappu Yadav. The boy had been on a hunger strike since Sunday, alleging police excesses against his parents.

The boy had joined protests led by Bihar Public Service Commission exam aspirants on August 25, who intended to gherao Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary's residence over various demands. Pappu Yadav assured the minor boy that he would take up the matter before the Supreme Court, if necessary.

The boy ended his hunger strike late Monday night after Pappu Yadav offered him juice. He called Pappu Yadav a 'messiah of the poor' and said the MP was like his father, who had helped secure his school admission when his family faced difficult times.

The boy and his family visited the Patna High Court to seek legal advice and explore filing a case regarding alleged police excesses against his parents. They met with lawyer Shivnandan Bharti, who said that the boy's guardians would file the petition in the court since he is a minor.

The boy demanded suspension of police officers, including an IPS officer, who allegedly beat his parents. His parents also claimed that they were beaten by police personnel at a police station. The Patna Police maintained that they only escorted the minor away from the turbulent protest site for his safety, not formally arresting him.

The incident has sparked a debate about police excesses and the treatment of minors in such situations. The boy's decision to end his hunger strike has been seen as a positive development, but the issue of alleged police excesses remains to be addressed.

The Bihar Public Service Commission exam aspirants have been protesting over various demands, including a single-tier test for the Teacher Recruitment Examination (TRE-4). The protests have been ongoing, and the issue remains unresolved.

In a related development, Pappu Yadav has assured the boy that he will take up the matter before the Supreme Court, if necessary. The boy's family has expressed gratitude towards Pappu Yadav for his support and intervention.

The incident highlights the need for greater accountability and transparency in the treatment of minors and protesters by the police. The boy's bravery and determination have sparked a wider debate about the issue, and it remains to be seen how the authorities will respond to the allegations of police excesses.

The boy's decision to end his hunger strike has been welcomed by many, but the issue of alleged police excesses remains a concern. The authorities must take immediate action to address the allegations and ensure that such incidents do not happen in the future.

In conclusion, the six-year-old boy's hunger strike in Patna has ended, but the issue of alleged police excesses remains to be addressed. The incident has sparked a wider debate about the treatment of minors and protesters by the police, and it remains to be seen how the authorities will respond to the allegations.