Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath launched a strong attack on opposition parties during his election rallies in Bihar, referencing historical rulers and alleged criminal links. In Siwan, Adityanath criticized the RJD candidate Osama Shahab, son of the late Mohammad Shahabuddin, linking him to a legacy of crime. He accused the RJD, Congress, and Samajwadi Party of embracing mafias and showing allegiance to past rulers like Babur and Aurangzeb, rather than focusing on national heritage. Adityanath invoked his ‘bulldozer’ governance style, promising a firm hand against crime and corruption. He presented the Ram Temple as a victory for cultural identity, challenging the opposition’s past stance. The chief minister repeatedly warned against a return to the ‘jungle raj’ era, portraying the RJD and its allies as proponents of fear and family rule. He urged voters to support the NDA’s ‘double engine’ government, emphasizing its role in transforming Bihar’s infrastructure and improving law and order since 2005. Adityanath’s speeches focused on development, safety, and cultural pride, urging a decisive mandate for the ruling alliance.
