SDRF Constable Served Notice for Plucking Guava; His Unusual Reply Leaves Officials Surprised

Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh: A surprising incident has emerged from the State Disaster Relief Force (SDRF) headquarters in Lucknow, where a guard was issued a notice for plucking and eating a guava from a tree on the premises. The constable’s explanation for his action has left officials astounded and sparked widespread discussion at the departmental level.

The Incident

The case involves a guard stationed at the SDRF headquarters during his duty, who plucked a guava from a tree within the command house premises. When the matter came to the attention of senior officers, it was deemed a breach of discipline. A formal notice was issued asking the guard to provide a written explanation for taking the fruit without permission, as this is considered a violation of departmental rules. Officials instructed him to present his side of the story.

The Notice

The notice highlighted that the guard’s duty from 4 to 7 January included guarding the command house, and during this period, he plucked the guava without alerting senior officers or preventing the incident. It categorized his action as negligence, indiscipline, and dereliction of duty, instructing him to submit a written clarification promptly.

The Guard’s Reply

In response, the constable explained that on the night of 5 January, the quality of paneer served in the special meal caused him stomach pain. Unable to consult a doctor due to the holidays, he watched a YouTube video suggesting that eating guava could relieve stomach discomfort. Acting on this advice, he plucked and ate a guava from the premises. He admitted that this was his first mistake and assured that such an action would not be repeated in the future.

Social Media Buzz

Both the notice from the commandant and the guard’s unusual explanation have become a topic of discussion on social media. While the constable apologized and promised not to repeat the mistake, the commandant has made it clear that disciplinary action will follow if the explanation is not found satisfactory. Netizens have expressed a wide range of reactions, from amusement to criticism, regarding the incident.