The Allahabad High Court observed that Uttar Pradesh police officers prioritize loyalty to ruling dispensations over the Constitution. The court noted that political patronage dictates transfers, postings, and promotions, leading to officers calibrating conduct to satisfy superiors. This "feudal mindset" and "institutional impunity" undermine constitutional governance and the rule of law in the state.

UP has historically been crucible of political hegemony, driven by the feudal mindset: Justice Diwakar in judgement | India News

Allahabad HC criticizes U.P. police for prioritizing political loyalty over the Constitution and misusing the Gangsters Act.

The HC observes that transfers, postings, and promotions of officers in UP are instruments of political patronage rather than merit-based governance

The Allahabad High Court observed that Uttar Pradesh police officers prioritize loyalty to ruling dispensations over the Constitution. The court noted that political patronage…