Bihar Police to conduct DNA test on buffalo to settle ownership dispute
The move came following a dispute between two persons, each claiming to be the owner
Bihar police have ordered a DNA test on a buffalo to resolve a dispute between two individuals, Suraj Yadav and Prakash Manjhi, both claiming ownership over the animal. The conflict arose after the buffalo was allegedly stolen from Yadav's residence in Sirh village. Yadav later retrieved the buffalo, returning it to Nauranga where it was found by Manjhi.
Initially, Yadav was detained at Atri police station, but was later released after a public outcry. Manjhi subsequently lodged a complaint under the SC/ST Prevention of Atrocities Act. The escalating situation led to the involvement of local political figures and opposition parties. Now, the zonal Inspector General of Police has directed the Gaya Superintendent of Police to perform a DNA examination of both the buffalo and its mother, in order to establish the rightful owner.
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