Bizarre Blunder: Dog's Residency Certificate Sparks Controversy

A residency certificate, mistakenly issued for a dog in rural Patna, has caused a stir. The event, which came to light during an electoral roll revision in Bihar, prompted the administration to cancel the document, file an FIR, and begin a thorough investigation into the lapse.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Patna | Updated: 28-07-2025 14:31 IST | Created: 28-07-2025 14:31 IST
Bizarre Blunder: Dog's Residency Certificate Sparks Controversy
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In a peculiar administrative blunder, a residency certificate was mistakenly issued to a dog in rural Patna, igniting a wave of public scrutiny and humorous online reactions.

The error, occurring amid an intensive revision of electoral rolls in Bihar, was promptly addressed as the district administration cancelled the certificate dated July 24.

An FIR has been filed against the involved parties, including the applicant and officials responsible. A detailed inquiry has been ordered to uncover the lapses that led to this oddity, with disciplinary actions anticipated.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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