Viral Video: Misuse of Power? Inspector Leaves Spectacle Shop Without Paying, ‘Says Paisa Nahi Denge…’

Viral Video: A regular day at a Mirzapur market turned dramatic when a man in a three-star uniform stepped into a small spectacle shop. He wasn't there on duty, but for a lens fitting. What happened next left the shopkeeper stunned and the internet buzzing. 

The ₹800 bill was ready, but not the payment. What follows is a viral video that’s now playing on screens everywhere. 

Viral Video Shows Inspector Refusing to Pay Shop Bill

A CCTV clip grabbed from a Ramai Patti market shop shows the three-star officer entering calmly. Shivam Bajpai, a Dainik Bhaskar reporter, posted this footage on X for wide public viewing. In the viral video, the inspector refuses payment and utters, "Paisa nahi denge. Jo karte bane." The shopkeeper politely requested the officer to speak gently about the unpaid ₹800 spectacle bill.

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— Shivam Bajpai (@JBreakingBajpai) July 25, 2025

Instead, the uniformed uncle displayed arrogance and threatened that he wouldn't pay. After securing new lenses, the inspector exited hastily without settling the ₹800 monetary payment obligation. As soon as he departed, the clip began spreading rapidly across smartphones as a viral video. 

Is Misuse of Power by Uniformed Officials Ever Justified?

Officials argue that uniformed power misuse erodes public trust and invites widespread daily criticism following viral video revelations. Critics compare this case to a 2022 Lucknow hotel incident involving a constable and an unpaid dinner. In that instance, the officer left without paying a ₹1,200 meal and faced departmental inquiry. 

Neither occurrence justified an abuse of duty or public disrespect by any uniformed personnel. Legal experts maintain that such conduct demands clear, transparent accountability and prompt departmental action. Ultimately, public servants must respect citizens equally and avoid any perceived unfounded preferential treatment. 

Strict Action Needed When Officials Misuse Authority Publicly

Citizens demand strict protocols when officials publicly misuse lofty positions without clear departmental review or legal consequences. Authorities should immediately record all unpaid transactions and issue formal written notices to defaulting officers. Complaints must trigger transparent departmental probes with clearly defined timelines and regular public reporting. 

Violators should face disciplinary hearings, suspension, or swift legal action depending on the investigation outcomes. Clear guidelines can deter future misconduct and uphold public confidence in law enforcement services. Transparent action will also reassure citizens that authority comes with necessary and swift accountability.

This episode underscores the need for strict, constant fairness and integrity among public service officials. Failure to act fast may swiftly erode citizens' respect and trust in law enforcement.

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