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Madhya Pradesh civic officer faces disciplinary action after eating crocodile meat in Thailand
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 26 Oct 2026, 01:36 AM
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A senior civic official from Madhya Pradesh was reprimanded after a video showed him tasting crocodile meat during a trip to Thailand, sparking public criticism.
A senior municipal officer from Madhya Pradesh has come under scrutiny after a video surfaced showing him sampling crocodile meat while on an official trip to Thailand. The footage, posted on social media, quickly drew criticism from the public and officials who questioned the propriety of the official's conduct abroad.
The officer, whose name has not been disclosed, is reported to have faced internal disciplinary proceedings following the incident. Authorities in the state have indicated that the matter is being examined under the code of conduct applicable to public servants, emphasizing the need for officials to uphold decorum even during overseas visits.
While the trip was reportedly part of a delegation aimed at studying urban development practices, the episode has shifted focus to the personal behavior of the participant. The civic department has not released further details, but it confirmed that appropriate action will be taken in line with existing regulations.
The incident has reignited debate over the standards expected of public officials and the oversight mechanisms that govern their conduct while representing the state abroad.
The officer, whose name has not been disclosed, is reported to have faced internal disciplinary proceedings following the incident. Authorities in the state have indicated that the matter is being examined under the code of conduct applicable to public servants, emphasizing the need for officials to uphold decorum even during overseas visits.
While the trip was reportedly part of a delegation aimed at studying urban development practices, the episode has shifted focus to the personal behavior of the participant. The civic department has not released further details, but it confirmed that appropriate action will be taken in line with existing regulations.
The incident has reignited debate over the standards expected of public officials and the oversight mechanisms that govern their conduct while representing the state abroad.