DM Richie Pandey Fines Absent SHO, Enforces Strict Accountability in Sitamarhi

• DM Richie Pandey fined the SHO of Nanpur police station ₹1,000 for unauthorized absence during a public grievance hearing.
• The DM emphasized timely official presence for effective grievance redressal, calling the absence administrative negligence.
• During the hearing, 14 second appeals were reviewed, with orders passed promptly in 7 cases.
• DM Pandey is known for his commitment to resolving public issues and ensuring timely justice for citizens.
• A new Janta Darbar program format, using video conferencing, was introduced to connect officials and address complaints from remote areas.

Why It Matters: This shows strict administrative accountability for public service delivery.