Bihar politicians and top officials owe the government-owned canteens Rs.6.4 million as they enjoyed beverages and snacks in the last 12 years without paying their dues, reveals an official document.

The leaders and officials in the Rabri Devi-led previous state government have consumed tea, coffee and snacks without paying cash to canteens of different departments, records a canteen document in the secretariat.

Former chief minister Rabri Devi's official residence has the highest dues pending, followed by the state assembly and council secretariat.

As per official figures, tea and snacks worth Rs.2.3 million were consumed in the former chief minister's official residence alone.

The officials in the state assembly secretariat consumed snacks worth Rs.800,000 and the state legislative council secretariat over Rs.700,000.

The cabinet secretariat and coordination department has dues of over Rs.500,000.