'Fit for Custody' Lie? Samastipur Woman Demands FIR Against Doctor
A Samastipur woman alleges her husband was assaulted in police custody and demands an FIR against a doctor for issuing a 'fit for custody' report.
A woman in Samastipur has sparked a controversy by demanding a First Information Report (FIR) against a medical professional, alleging that a 'fit for custody' medical report was issued despite her husband suffering from severe injuries caused by police assault. Bhagwati Kumari, a resident of Sahajanandpur village, has approached the Civil Surgeon of Samastipur and the Sarairanjan police station to seek justice for her husband, Rahul Kumar.
Allegations of Custodial Violence
The ordeal began on the night of October 18, 2026, when Rahul Kumar was taken into custody by the Sarairanjan police. According to the complaint filed by Bhagwati Kumari, her husband was subjected to brutal physical assault while in the hands of the police, which left him with significant injuries.
Following the alleged violence, Rahul Kumar was transported to the Sarairanjan Primary Health Centre (PHC) for a medical examination, a standard procedure for individuals in police custody.
The Disputed Medical Report
The core of the complaint centers on the actions of Dr. Khurshid Alam. Bhagwati Kumari alleges that the doctor completely ignored the visible and severe injuries sustained by her husband. Instead of documenting the assault, the doctor reportedly issued a medical report declaring Rahul Kumar as 'fit for custody'.
The complainant contends that this report was a gross irregularity and a failure of medical duty, effectively shielding the police from accountability for the alleged torture.
Demands for Accountability
Seeking an impartial investigation, Bhagwati Kumari has urged the health and police authorities to scrutinize the veracity of the medical report and the procedures followed during the examination. She is demanding:
- The registration of an FIR against Dr. Khurshid Alam for his role in the matter.
- A thorough probe to identify all individuals responsible for the alleged custodial assault.
- Strict legal action against anyone found guilty of misconduct.
As of now, the health department and the Sarairanjan police have not yet issued a formal response to these serious allegations.