Is Bihar Deputy CM Vijay Kumar Sinha Right to Blame RJD for Rising Crime?

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Key Takeaways
- Bihar's law and order is under scrutiny as the Assembly elections approach.
- Deputy CM Vijay Kumar Sinha directly links the RJD to criminal activities.
- The murder of Vikram Jha raises alarms about safety in Patna.
- The political landscape is heating up with accusations flying between parties.
- Public safety concerns are at an all-time high, demanding government action.
Patna, July 12 (NationPress) As concerns mount regarding the deteriorating law and order situation in Bihar, particularly in an Assembly election year, the state's Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Kumar Sinha has leveled serious accusations against the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD), alleging connections to criminal syndicates involved in sand, land, and liquor operations.
During a press briefing in Patna, Sinha stated, “The sand mafias, land mafias, and liquor mafias are either directly or indirectly associated with the RJD. As the Assembly elections approach, they are instigating criminal activities to foster chaos. However, they underestimate the true spirit of the Bihari people, who will thwart their plans.”
Sinha also emphasized that Chief Minister Nitish Kumar is fully dedicated to maintaining law and order in Bihar, and the government is implementing all necessary measures to combat criminal activities.
These comments were made following the tragic murder of Vikram Jha, a trader from Patna, who succumbed to injuries after an assault by unidentified attackers in the Jakariapur area under the Ram Krishna Nagar police station late Friday night.
The incident has sparked significant outrage, with Leader of Opposition Tejashwi Yadav launching a vigorous critique of CM Nitish Kumar and the NDA administration.
Tejashwi posted on social media: “Businessman Vikram Jha murdered in Patna! The DK Tax, the transfer industry, and the chaotic state conditions are to blame. Why is our oblivious Chief Minister silent? Who is accountable for the numerous murders happening in the state? The corrupt Bhuja Party should respond.”
The law and order crisis has emerged as a crucial political issue ahead of the upcoming Assembly elections in Bihar, with the Opposition holding the state government accountable for administrative shortcomings, while the ruling NDA government accuses the Opposition of having ties to criminal elements.
As public concern grows regarding the safety of both traders and ordinary citizens, the Nitish government is under increasing pressure to showcase tangible results in crime prevention, while the Opposition heightens its efforts to challenge the government on governance and security.