Nitish Ji Is Just A Face, Remote Control In BJP's Hands: Rahul Gandhi In Bihar

In a rally for the Bihar Assembly elections, Rahul Gandhi criticises the NDA government and calls for local production to create jobs. The election is a pivotal moment for Bihar's political landscape.

Rahul Gandhi, a Congress leader, began his campaign for the Bihar Assembly elections by speaking at a joint rally with Tejashwi Yadav, the Mahagathbandhan's Chief Minister candidate.

During the rally, Gandhi criticised Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, stating that although Kumar is the face of the NDA government in Bihar, the real control lies with the BJP. He claimed that the BJP has no interest in social justice, ANI reported.

"Nitish ji's face is being used. The remote control is in the hands of the BJP. You should not think that the voice of the most backward people is heard there," said Gandhi at an election rally. He further asserted that a few individuals control everything and accused the BJP of opposing social justice. He also mentioned urging Prime Minister Narendra Modi to conduct a caste census, which was ignored.

Economic Concerns and Local Production

Gandhi also criticised Prime Minister Modi for harming small businesses through demonetisation and GST implementation. "Tell me what is written on the back of your phone. Made in China. Narendra Modi ji has destroyed all the small businesses by implementing demonetisation and GST," he stated. Gandhi emphasised that products should be made locally in Bihar to provide employment opportunities for its youth.

Tejashwi Yadav, who spoke earlier at the rally, accused the current National Democratic Alliance (NDA) government of causing high unemployment, inflation, and migration in Bihar. Yadav promised to end migration and create a crime-free state if elected. He pledged to pass a law ensuring a government job for every household once Mahagathbandhan forms the government.

Bihar Elections: Key Contenders

The upcoming 2025 Bihar elections will primarily see competition between two major alliances: NDA and Mahagathbandhan. The NDA comprises parties like Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Janata Dal (United), Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas), Hindustani Awam Morcha (Secular), and Rashtriya Lok Morcha.

On the other hand, Mahagathbandhan is led by Rashtriya Janata Dal and includes Congress, Communist Party of India (Marxist-Leninist) led by Deepankar Bhattacharya, Communist Party of India (CPI), Communist Party of India (Marxist) (CPM), and Mukesh Sahani's Vikasheel Insaan Party (VIP). Prashant Kishor's Jan Suraaj has also announced its intention to contest all 243 seats.

Election Schedule

The assembly elections are scheduled in two phases on November 6 and 11, with results expected on November 14. This election will determine whether NDA retains power or if Mahagathbandhan can bring about their promised changes for Bihar.

With inputs from ANI