Tejashwi Yadav promises corruption-free government, aims to make Bihar ‘number one’
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Patna: Tejashwi Yadav, the INDIA bloc’s choice for Bihar Chief Minister, on Friday pledged to make the state “number one” and promised a corruption-free government if the opposition alliance comes to power.
The RJD leader said his government would listen to citizens’ grievances and provide affordable medicines, jobs, and essential services. "I have only one dream, to make Bihar number one. Bihar deserves a government that delivers on education, healthcare, employment, irrigation, takes action, and listens to people. We want a Bihar where no one has to go elsewhere for treatment or a job," The New Indian Express quoted Tejashwi as saying.
The former deputy CM accused the Centre of protecting corrupt leaders and criminals in Bihar and promised a corruption-free government if his alliance assumes power. Speaking at a rally in Bakhtiyarpur, he highlighted rising unemployment, corruption, and criminal activities in the state, and pointed out that Bihar’s per capita income remains among the lowest despite years of NDA rule at the state and Centre levels. He further mentioned that Nitish Kumar would not continue as Chief Minister if the NDA returns to power.
The opposition INDIA bloc recently declared Tejashwi as its chief ministerial candidate for the upcoming Bihar assembly elections. Yadav, who, at the age of 35, could become the youngest chief minister of the state if the INDIA bloc came to power, thanked his coalition partners and vowed to defeat what he called the “incompetent 20-year-old government,” referring to the NDA as a “double engine” of corruption and crime.
Tejashwi also responded to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s “jungle raj” comment, questioning the lack of action against Bihar CM Nitish Kumar despite Modi citing 55 cases against him. "PM Modi himself counted 55 cases against Nitish Kumar but what actions have been taken against him? Jungle raj is where criminals are protected and supported and not a single day goes by in Bihar when rape, murder, corruption, and other crimes don't happen. They are only misusing government agencies. They set up factories in Gujarat and expect victory in Bihar," Tejashwi said.
The 243-member Bihar Assembly will go to polls in two phases on November 6 and 11, with results to be announced on November 14.
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Mamata alleges BJP disrupted her Bhabanipur rally, Suvendu claims 'she's nervous'
Kolkata (PTI): Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee cut short her speech at a rally in her Bhabanipur constituency, alleging that the BJP was deliberately playing loud music from a nearby public meeting.
A peeved Banerjee said despite having the required permission of the Election Commission, her rally in Chakraberia was disrupted by the BJP, "who want to capture Bengal by intimidation and threat".
"It is not possible for me to go ahead with this meeting. If they can do such a thing in my constituency, imagine how undemocratic the BJP is. If they behave like this, I have to take legal action," she said.
"This is an insult, humiliation. BJP is stepping on our toes to instigate trouble. Not possible to address the gathering in this situation. I am leaving the stage. Please vote for me in your protest," she added.
Banerjee was then seen calling someone over and venting her grievances.
Before leaving the stage, she said, "I will hold a rally tomorrow at the same spot."
TMC supporters then rushed towards the BJP rally, which was later addressed by Leader of the Opposition Suvendu Adhikari, but security personnel intervened and prevented the situation from escalating.
TMC workers later staged a demonstration outside the local police station and filed a complaint, alleging that the BJP violated the model code of conduct.
A senior TMC leader said another complaint will also be lodged with the Election Commission.
Asked about Banerjee's allegations, Adhikari told reporters after the rally he held nearby, "Her reaction shows she is nervous about the imminent loss."
"There was no violence, no obstruction in her meeting and her behaviour shows her nervousness. On May 4, people of Bhabanipur will celebrate the victory of the BJP," he claimed, alleging that the TMC also tried to disrupt his meeting by playing loud music.
South Kolkata's Bhabanipur, one of the battleground seats in the West Bengal elections, will vote in the second phase on April 29.
