Bihar's Political Tensions Escalate as Opposition Marches Against Rising Crime
Patna, Bihar: The opposition in Bihar staged a significant protest march on Saturday, highlighting deteriorating law and order conditions in the state. Leaders from RJD, Congress, and Left parties participated, rallying from Patna's Income Tax Golambar to the Collectorate via Dak Bungalow Square.
Tensions flared when police attempted to halt the march at Dak Bungalow Square, leading to a minor clash. Despite police resistance, protesters broke through barricades, continuing their demonstration against the ruling party.
RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav and Congress state president Akhilesh Prasad Singh criticized the government's failure to ensure public safety. They accused the administration of suppressing opposition voices through the police force and condemned the rising crime rates under CM Nitish Kumar's regime.
The opposition's protest in Patna underscores the heightened political tensions in Bihar, with leaders uniting against perceived governance failures. The clashes with police and subsequent rhetoric reflect deep-rooted concerns about law and order, demanding urgent government action.