A significant gathering at the residence of Bihar’s Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Kumar Sinha marked Navratri celebrations, with the presence of Governor Arif Mohammad Khan, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, and other key political figures. The event, which included a Maha-Aarti and a luncheon, provided a platform for discussions on development initiatives and the upcoming elections. Key members of the NDA and JDU were in attendance.
The cultural program showcased traditional Indian performances, with a notable depiction of Maa Kali’s victory over Mahisasura. Deputy CM Sinha emphasized the significance of the event in fostering unity and upholding truth. He also expressed optimism about the NDA’s prospects in the upcoming elections, highlighting the role of the Governor and Chief Minister in inspiring the people of Bihar towards Sanatan values.
**Political Accusations and Rebuttals**
The political landscape is heating up with accusations and counter-accusations. Following allegations made by Prashant Kishor of Jan Suraj against Minister Ashok Chaudhary and others, Shambhavi Choudhary, the daughter of Ashok Chaudhary, responded by saying that such accusations are common during elections. She dismissed the allegations as baseless, also pointing out the personal nature of the attacks made in the press conference. She also clarified the trust’s position.
**BJP’s Counter-Attack**
BJP spokesperson Kuntal Krishna launched a sharp attack on Prashant Kishor, calling him a political fraud and accusing him of targeting those opposing the alleged ‘jungle raj’ and of trying to help form a Mahagathbandhan government. He questioned Kishor on allegations surrounding his party’s financial dealings.
**BJP’s Criticism of RJD and Congress**
BJP leader Prem Kumar accused the RJD and Congress of neglecting the backward communities during their time in power. He cited instances where some communities were excluded from an RJD event. Furthermore, he accused Tejashwi Yadav of using the name of Karpoori Thakur for political gain.
**RJD’s Counter-Response**
The RJD raised concerns about the allegations against Deputy CM Samrat Chaudhary, calling for a public clarification. They pointed out the claims of fraudulent documents in a past murder case. They also questioned Kishor’s conditional approach towards revealing corruption allegations.
**JDU’s Focus**
The JDU highlighted the Chief Minister’s Women Employment Scheme, emphasizing its significance in empowering women. They detailed plans to promote the scheme and the Nitish Kumar government’s achievements to female voters, recognizing the crucial role of women in recent elections.
**CPI-ML’s Priorities**
CPI-ML General Secretary Dipankar Bhattacharya emphasized the party’s commitment to realizing the vision of Bhagat Singh and Ambedkar. They underscored the importance of education, struggle, and organization. Dr. Sandeep Saurabh, the CPI-ML MLA, highlighted the need for public protests when the government fails to address citizens’ concerns.
**BJP’s Stance on Women’s Support**
Health and Law Minister Mangal Pandey emphasized the support of Bihar’s women for the NDA, highlighting the NDA’s past efforts to empower women. He pointed out the Chief Minister’s Women Employment Scheme and other initiatives, including enhanced social security pensions and women’s reservation.
