Patna: The Bihar Police Headquarters (PHQ) has issued a strict directive to Inspector Generals (IGs) and Deputy Inspector Generals (DIGs) to take action against obscene Bhojpuri songs played in public spaces like buses, trucks, autos, and rickshaws. The move aims to protect women's dignity and prevent the negative impact of such songs on society.

The order, issued on March 7, applies to all police units across the state, including railway police. The decision comes amid growing concerns over the sexualization of Bhojpuri music and its influence on public morality.

Trigger for the Crackdown: Yo Yo Honey Singh's Viral Song

The development follows the release of Yo Yo Honey Singh’s latest track, “Maniac”, featuring Esha Gupta. The song went viral on social media, particularly for its Bhojpuri segment, sung by Ragini Vishwakarma and written by Arjun Ajanabi.

However, the lyrics quickly sparked controversy. Patna-born actress Neetu Chandra took issue with the song’s overt sexualization and objectification of women. She even filed a Public Interest Litigation (PIL), urging the court to amend the lyrics, alleging that the song "uses Bhojpuri language to normalize vulgarity."

Police Concerned About Social Impact of Obscene Songs

Bihar authorities argue that these songs are not just offensive, but they also endanger public morality and women’s safety.

Key concerns raised by the police directive:

Widespread public broadcasting – Explicit Bhojpuri songs are openly played in public transport, including buses, autos, and rickshaws.
Negative impact on women’s dignity – Authorities believe these songs encourage harassment and objectification of women.
Harmful for young minds – Exposure to such content influences children and teenagers negatively.

The police directive states:

"The broadcasting of such songs severely affects the safety and dignity of women and the mindset of children. Therefore, a special campaign and preventive measures in this regard are essential."

The campaign will focus on monitoring and preventing the public distribution of such music.

Bihar DGP Urges Caution in Law Enforcement

Meanwhile, Bihar Director General of Police (DGP) Vinay Kumar has also issued an advisory to police officers, urging caution during raids and search operations.

This comes after a violent attack on a police team in Patna’s Rani Talab area by the liquor mafia, leaving 11 officers injured.

DGP Kumar stressed the importance of response time in such situations. "In mob situations, the number of attackers can range between 100 and 200. That is why we deploy only three to four officers for quick response. However, efforts are being made to increase police presence in such cases," he stated.

The Bihar police are now focused on two major crackdowns:
Action against obscene Bhojpuri songs in public spaces
Strict enforcement against illegal liquor trade

Bihar’s move to ban obscene Bhojpuri songs in public places highlights the growing concern over the social impact of regional music content. While freedom of artistic expression is crucial, the normalization of explicit and degrading lyrics in public spaces is a matter of public safety and cultural dignity.