Is Tejashwi Yadav Right to Criticize Nitish Kumar Over Bihar's Law and Order?
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Patna, Feb 10 (NationPress) The Leader of the Opposition in Bihar and National Working President of Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD), Tejashwi Yadav, made his way back to Patna from Delhi on Tuesday.
Upon his arrival at Patna Airport, he was seen in a wheelchair, drawing significant public attention.
Addressing the media, Tejashwi Yadav fiercely criticized Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, claiming that the Chief Minister's recent behavior in the Bihar Legislative Council highlights a troubling decline in the state's conditions.
He referred to the Chief Minister's comments directed at former Chief Minister Rabri Devi, stating that such language is not only inappropriate but also diverts focus from pressing issues facing Bihar.
Tejashwi asserted that incidents of violence against women are surging in the state and accused the government of inaction.
He pointed out a rise in gang rapes involving minors, citing alarming cases from districts like Darbhanga, while the investigation into the NEET student death remains unresolved.
“The RJD and Rabri Devi have raised these concerns in the assembly, yet instead of addressing them, the Chief Minister's choice of words only fosters an environment conducive to criminal activity,” he stated.
Further clarifying his previous comments regarding the Chief Minister’s health, Tejashwi emphasized that he did not speculate on any illness but noted that health issues are a natural part of aging.
Nonetheless, he questioned the government's operations, suggesting that the Chief Minister's microphone being turned off in the assembly implies external control over decision-making.
On the NEET student case, Tejashwi contended that the CBI has not taken over the investigation and claimed the Bihar government obstructed further inquiries.
He also accused the ruling NDA of protecting offenders in significant cases, such as the Muzaffarpur shelter home incident and the Srijan scam, claiming that justice is being denied to victims.
In conclusion, Tejashwi Yadav stated that democracy in Bihar is under threat and suggested that an atmosphere of fear and intimidation has supplanted transparent governance in the state.