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Bihar policewoman balances duty and motherhood while securing CM detail
A female constable in Sasaram, Bihar, drew attention while performing security duties for Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary while cradling her infant child. The image of her juggling law enforcement responsibilities with maternal care has resonated widely on social media.
LSN India ·
SASARAM, Bihar — A woman police constable became the focus of public attention in Sasaram when she was spotted carrying her young child while fulfilling her security duties during Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary's visit to the district.
The constable, tasked with providing security detail for the chief minister's movement, managed to balance her official responsibilities with childcare, an image that captured the juggling act many working mothers navigate daily.
The incident underscores the practical challenges faced by women in Bihar's law enforcement, where childcare facilities and flexible duty arrangements remain limited. Her performance of dual responsibilities — maintaining security protocols while caring for her infant — drew attention on social media platforms.
The moment reflects broader conversations in India's police forces about work-life balance and support systems for female personnel. While some praised her dedication to both roles, the incident also highlights the need for institutional measures to better support women constables managing family responsibilities alongside demanding security assignments.