Bihar DGP Gupteshwar Pandey reiterates 'aukat' remark on Rhea
A day after his comment on actor Rhea Chakraborty invited flak from all corners, Bihar's Director General of Police (DGP) Gupteshwar Pandey has reiterated his stance- this time in English. The top cop justified the remark, while noting that Rhea is an accused in the death case of actor Sushant Singh Rajput. Here are more details on this.
Rhea doesn't have the aukat to comment: Pandey
On Wednesday, after the Supreme Court ruled that CBI would investigate the high-profile case, Pandey celebrated the win with a comment that wasn't approved by many. He said Rhea didn't have the "aukat" (stature) to comment on Bihar's Chief Minister, Nitish Kumar. The IPS officer was referring to Rhea's statement that politics had a role to play in Bihar Police's intentions behind this case.
Meaning of 'Aukat' in English is stature, he explained
Reiterating his stance, Pandey told media this morning, "The meaning of 'Aukat' in English is stature. Rhea Chakraborty does not have the stature to comment on Bihar CM Nitish Kumar (sic)." "She should not forget that she is a named accused in FIR in Sushant Singh Rajput case which was under me and is now with CBI," the cop added.
'Baseless comments on Bihar CM are objectionable'
"If a political leader comments on Bihar CM, then I'm nobody to comment over it. But if an accused makes some baseless comment on Bihar CM then it is objectionable. She should fight the battle legally," Pandey added. Yesterday, he had apologized for the comment.
SC has allowed CBI to carry on investigation
Paying heed to cries from political leaders as well as public, the Supreme Court on Wednesday allowed the CBI to take over the case and carry on its investigations. The apex court noted that the allegations of political interference between Bihar and Maharashtra could potentially derail the probe. Rhea and the Maharashtra government had sought to move the probe to Mumbai.
Sushant was found dead at his home on June 14
To recall, Sushant, aged 34, was found dead at his apartment in Mumbai on June 14. The Mumbai Police had termed it a case of suicide. They revealed they found medications meant for clinical depression from the late actor's home. Later, Mumbai cops said Sushant was also undergoing treatment for bipolar disorder. However, Sushant's family said they knew nothing about his diagnosis for depression.
If you're having suicidal thoughts, please seek help
In case you need help or know someone who does, you can reach out to AASRA for suicide prevention counseling. Their number is 022 2754 6669 (24 hours). You can also contact the Hyderabad-based Roshni NGO at +914066202000 or COOJ at +918322252525. Sneha India Foundation, which works 24X7, can be contacted at +914424640050. Vandrevala Foundation has trained counselors, and their number is 18602662345.
