East Champaran SP suspends Constable over viral Bharat Tiwari encounter remarks
Synopsis
A Bihar constable who publicly claimed to be the brother of encounter victim Bharat Tiwari — and made statements about the case on social media — has been suspended by East Champaran police. The case exposes a rare instance of serving police personnel openly challenging a departmental narrative, even as the Bhojpur encounter itself remains under judicial scrutiny.
Key Takeaways
Constable Ashish Kumar Tiwari of Motihari Police Lines was suspended by East Champaran police following a departmental enquiry.
He allegedly identified himself as Bharat Tiwari's brother and made public remarks about the Bhojpur encounter on social media and to media organisations.
East Champaran SP Swarn Prabhat confirmed the suspension was ordered after the constable's explanation was found unsatisfactory.
Prior incidents include allegedly threatening a colleague with a knife in January 2023 and pointing a service revolver at fellow personnel in August 2024 .
The Bharat Bhushan Tiwari encounter in Bhojpur district remains under judicial scrutiny, with public and political debate continuing.
East Champaran police have suspended Constable Ashish Kumar Tiwari, posted at the Motihari Police Lines, after a video purportedly showing him making public statements about the Bharat Tiwari encounter death in Bhojpur went viral on social media. The suspension follows a departmental enquiry ordered by the police administration amid ongoing public and political debate over the case.
What Triggered the Suspension
According to police officials, Constable Ashish Kumar Tiwari made statements on social media and to media organisations in which he allegedly identified himself as Bharat Tiwari's brother and commented publicly on the encounter. A video circulating widely online purportedly shows him identifying himself as a Bihar Police constable while making remarks about Bharat Bhushan Tiwari's death.
Following the video's circulation, the Motihari police initiated an enquiry. The constable was given an opportunity to present his explanation, but according to the department, his response was deemed unsatisfactory.
What the SP Said
East Champaran Superintendent of Police Swarn Prabhat confirmed that the matter was investigated by the concerned Deputy Superintendent of Police. 'After examining the enquiry report, the department ordered his immediate suspension,' Prabhat said in a written statement. Officials added that the constable's conduct on public platforms was found to be inconsistent with service conduct rules applicable to police personnel.
A Record of Prior Misconduct
The departmental proceedings also examined earlier disciplinary incidents involving the constable. In January 2023, while posted at Harpur police station, he allegedly threatened a fellow officer with a knife during night patrol duty. In August 2024, during his posting at Piprakothi police station, he allegedly misbehaved with colleagues and reportedly pointed his service revolver at fellow personnel. Officials stated these prior incidents were factored into the current proceedings.
Broader Context: The Bhojpur Encounter Under Scrutiny
The suspension comes as the encounter death of Bharat Bhushan Tiwari in Bhojpur district remains under judicial scrutiny, with the case drawing sustained public and political attention in Bihar. The current development adds a new dimension to the controversy — raising questions about internal police discipline and the boundaries of permissible public expression for serving personnel. The suspension is a departmental measure; further proceedings will reportedly depend on the outcome of any subsequent disciplinary enquiry.
Point of View
And disciplining a vocal insider does little to address the transparency deficit that has fuelled public scepticism about the encounter's circumstances.
NationPress
27 Jun 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Why was Constable Ashish Kumar Tiwari suspended?
Constable Ashish Kumar Tiwari was suspended by East Champaran police after a video purportedly showing him making public statements about the Bharat Tiwari encounter in Bhojpur went viral. He allegedly identified himself as Bharat Tiwari's brother and commented on the case on social media and to media organisations, which the department found inconsistent with police service conduct rules.
Who ordered the suspension and on what basis?
East Champaran Superintendent of Police Swarn Prabhat confirmed the suspension was ordered after a departmental enquiry conducted by the concerned Deputy Superintendent of Police. The constable was given a chance to explain himself, but his response was deemed unsatisfactory by the department.
What is the Bharat Tiwari encounter case?
Bharat Bhushan Tiwari died in a police encounter in Bhojpur district, Bihar. The case has remained under judicial scrutiny and has sparked sustained public and political debate over the circumstances of his death.
Does Ashish Kumar Tiwari have a prior disciplinary record?
Yes. In January 2023, while posted at Harpur police station, he allegedly threatened a fellow officer with a knife during night patrol. In August 2024, at Piprakothi police station, he allegedly misbehaved with colleagues and reportedly pointed his service revolver at fellow personnel. Both incidents were considered during the current departmental proceedings.
What happens next after the suspension?
The suspension is a departmental measure. Further disciplinary proceedings may follow depending on the outcome of any subsequent enquiry. The Bharat Bhushan Tiwari encounter case itself remains under judicial scrutiny independently of this development.
