Synopsis
In a heated exchange, Bihar BJP MLA Haribhushan Thakur Bachaul mocked RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav by stating, 'unlike his father, my father was not convicted and jailed'. This statement intensified the ongoing political tensions between the BJP and RJD amidst Holi celebrations.Key Takeaways
- Bachaul claimed his father was never jailed unlike Tejashwi's father.
- The BJP and RJD are engaged in a fierce verbal conflict.
- Tejashwi questioned Bachaul's authority in making controversial statements.
- Bihar's DGP has ordered measures for peaceful Holi celebrations.
- Political tensions in Bihar have escalated significantly.
Patna, March 11 (NationPress) Following a critique from the Leader of Opposition in the Bihar Assembly, Tejashwi Yadav, who condemned BJP MLA Haribhushan Thakur Bachaul for his remarks regarding Holi, the latter responded sharply by asserting, "unlike his father, my father was not convicted and jailed."
Bachaul went on to say, "My father has never faced incarceration, unlike Tejashwi's father, who was involved in the fodder scam." He further emphasized, "Tejashwi should remember that Bachaul is a principled MLA, not a fraudster." The BJP MLA representing the Bipsi Assembly in Madhubani district sparked controversy by suggesting that Muslims should remain indoors during Holi to avoid being coloured, adding that if they choose to come out, they should do so with a "big heart".
The tension between the BJP and RJD has escalated into a fierce verbal dispute. Under Tejashwi’s leadership, the opposition has vehemently criticized Bachaul, intensifying the political exchanges.
Tejashwi questioned Bachaul's legitimacy, asking, "Is this Bachaul’s rule or his father's rule? Who is he to make such statements?" He also criticized Chief Minister Nitish Kumar for being oblivious and unresponsive to such "divisive" comments.
The political climate in Bihar has become increasingly charged following Bachaul's comments on Holi festivities. In the meantime, Bihar's DGP, Vinay Kumar, has directed district SPs and SSPs to implement stringent measures to ensure a peaceful and secure celebration throughout the state. He has instructed the deployment of additional forces in sensitive areas to avert disturbances and called for peace committee meetings across all districts to unite local leaders, public representatives, and community members.
