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Business Standard
5 hours ago
- Politics
- Business Standard
With a loyal voter base, Nitish Yadav remains invaluable NDA member for now
Now it's all jibes about his chameleon-like politics and fading grip on the administration. But there was a time Nitish had the BJP trembling in the state premium Aditi Phadnis Listen to This Article A recent conversation with a Dalit member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Bihar revealed new truths about the upcoming Assembly poll in the state. The MLA, from the Samastipur region, is a mathematician who was also a full-time pracharak in the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) till his service was sought by the BJP to fight the panchayat and later the 2020 Assembly elections. He is an influential Dalit voice in the BJP. 'We really respect Nitishji (Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar): Not just for his commitment to social justice but also for the
Time of India
6 hours ago
- Politics
- Time of India
CM highlights NDA's work in state, says oppn talks rubbish
1 2 Patna: CM Nitish Kumar on Friday said while the NDA govt has been working for Bihar's all-round development, the opposition continues to spread "nonsense". He also thanked Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi for announcing that the caste census would be conducted alongside the national decadal census. Taking aim at the previous RJD-Congress regime, Nitish said, "These people are carrying on with nonsense and misleading propaganda." Speaking at a public rally at Jasoli in Siwan before the PM's address, Nitish praised Modi for aiding Bihar's development. He highlighted 28 newly launched projects, including 22 under the urban development and housing department and six road schemes worth Rs 5,900 crore. These include the Patliputra Junction-Gorakhpur Vande Bharat train and the export of locomotives from Marhaura in Saran to the Republic of Guinea. "These projects will greatly benefit Bihar," Nitish said. He thanked the crowd and asked if such a large number of people, especially women and girls, had ever attended rallies before he took office in 2005. Referring to their presence, he said the NDA govt had given 50% reservation to women in panchayati raj institutions and urban local bodies. "They (RJD) did nothing for women or Bihar during their rule, but now talk rubbish (altu-faltu baat). by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like New Cooling Tech Making Ductless ACs Go Mainstream [take a look] Keep Cool Click Here Undo Did people even step out of their homes then? Through 7-Nishchay, we improved education, health, toilets, electricity and water supply for poor households," Nitish said. Deputy CM Samrat Choudhary welcomed the PM and said four crore Ayushman cards had been issued in Bihar. He added, "The NDA govt is working to open at least one medical college in every district." He said the Modi-led Centre had given Bihar Rs 16 lakh crore in packages over the past 11 years. Senior BJP functionaries accompanying the PM and CM in an open vehicle highlighted the govt's welfare schemes, especially those for adivasis, and the efforts to revive Nalanda's historic legacy.
Hans India
9 hours ago
- Politics
- Hans India
Nitish Kumar thanks PM Modi, highlights NDA's achievements in Bihar
Patna: Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar expressed heartfelt gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for inaugurating and laying the foundation stone of key infrastructure and development projects in the state on Friday. Addressing the massive crowd gathered at the venue, Nitish Kumar said, 'It is a matter of great happiness that the Prime Minister has come to Siwan. I warmly welcome and congratulate him.' He listed the projects being launched, which include 22 urban development projects, six road projects, a rail project, and the launch of two new trains, including the Vande Bharat Express, and the first export of a locomotive from Bihar's Madhura rail factory. Nitish emphasised that Bihar stands to gain significantly from these initiatives. In a veiled attack on the RJD, Nitish Kumar remarked: 'People are talking 'nonsense' these days. It is meaningless. They should be asked what the condition of Bihar was before our government. No one could even step outside their homes. Look at today, so many people, including women and youth, have gathered here to listen to the Prime Minister.' He highlighted the longstanding partnership between JDU and BJP, recalling that since November 24, 2005, the NDA alliance has continuously worked for Bihar's development. Nitish underscored the state government's work in the sectors of education, health, and especially women's empowerment. 'We gave 50 per cent reservation to women. We constructed bridges, ensured tap water and electricity under Saat Nischay (Seven Resolves), and built toilets in every home. Even new houses and settlements are being provided with facilities,' Kumar said. He also mentioned employment efforts: 'Government jobs were provided to thousands of youth, both men and women. I have personally inspected development work across the state and cleared 430 new schemes. Work has already started in Siwan, Gopalganj, and Saran.' The rally marked PM Modi's fifth visit to Bihar in 2025, as the state heads toward assembly elections later this year.
Time of India
a day ago
- Politics
- Time of India
‘Complete lawlessness': RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav slams Bihar CM after gunfire outside his residence, says ‘no one is safe in Bihar'
leader slammed Bihar chief minister and the ruling NDA alliance blaming them for deteriorating law and order situation in the state. His comments came after responding to questions about the recent gunfire outside his residence. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Recalling the incident and holding the chief minister responsible, Yadav said, 'There is complete lawlessness. It's a reign of criminals. There's no sign of governance left, and the chief minister has lost all authority.' Criticizing the NDA alliance, Yadav added, 'The administration is in total disarray under this government. No one is safe in Bihar. Nitish ji is creating rules to get AK-47-wielding criminals released from jail. Those who carry AK-47s are being protected by him, he is facilitating their escape." The incident occurred on Thursday morning when two men on a motorcycle opened fire in Patna's high-security Polo Road area. The locality houses the residences of several ministers and senior officials. Fortunately, no injuries were reported. A case has been registered by the police and efforts are underway to trace and arrest the shooters.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Tejashwi alleges RSS control; NDA leaders hit back
Patna: RJD leader Tejashwi Prasad Yadav on Wednesday quoted the statement of rural works department (RWD) minister Ashok Choudhary and said the JD(U) leader endorsed his statement that CM Nitish Kumar was acting on the advice of Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS). Choudhary said his son-in-law Saayan Kunal was appointed to the Bihar state board of religious trust as a member from the RSS quota. Tejashwi, who is the chairman of the opposition coordination committee for the state assembly elections this year, said the JD(U) leaders are themselves saying that CM Nitish's reins are in the hands of RSS and BJP. "CM should tell where else RSS quota is there," he asked. However, senior JD(U) leader and rural development department minister Shravan Kumar refuted Tejashwi's charges and said neither the most powerful person nor any powerful organisation in the world can influence the work of Nitish. "He has his own thoughts and vision and he made the word 'Bihari' a matter of pride. He made Bihar the first state where power supply has reached every household and where 1.20 lakh teachers were appointed in a single day. He has proved that the country can progress only by following the path he has carved out for Bihar." Shravan said the 2025 assembly election results will give a befitting reply to those who had made 'Bihar' word a matter of shame during their rule. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Step-by-Step Warehouse Cleaning Guide SearchMore Learn More Undo Union minister of state Nityanand Rai clarified that all the people appointed in the commissions have been selected solely on the basis of merit and experience. "The allegations of the opposition are completely baseless," Rai said. Patna: RJD leader Tejashwi Prasad Yadav on Wednesday quoted the statement of rural works department (RWD) minister Ashok Choudhary and said the JD(U) leader endorsed his statement that CM Nitish Kumar was acting on the advice of Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS). Choudhary said his son-in-law Saayan Kunal was appointed to the Bihar state board of religious trust as a member from the RSS quota. Tejashwi, who is the chairman of the opposition coordination committee for the state assembly elections this year, said the JD(U) leaders are themselves saying that CM Nitish's reins are in the hands of RSS and BJP. "CM should tell where else RSS quota is there," he asked. However, senior JD(U) leader and rural development department minister Shravan Kumar refuted Tejashwi's charges and said neither the most powerful person nor any powerful organisation in the world can influence the work of Nitish. "He has his own thoughts and vision and he made the word 'Bihari' a matter of pride. He made Bihar the first state where power supply has reached every household and where 1.20 lakh teachers were appointed in a single day. He has proved that the country can progress only by following the path he has carved out for Bihar." Shravan said the 2025 assembly election results will give a befitting reply to those who had made 'Bihar' word a matter of shame during their rule. Union minister of state Nityanand Rai clarified that all the people appointed in the commissions have been selected solely on the basis of merit and experience. "The allegations of the opposition are completely baseless," Rai said.
