'Law is dead...': RJD attacks government by releasing list of crimes against women, government retaliates
Political tensions in Bihar have escalated over law and order issues as the RJD accuses Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's government of failing to protect women from crime.
In Bihar, a significant political confrontation has emerged regarding law and order, particularly concerning crimes against women. The opposition party, the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD), has publicly criticized Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's government for what it describes as a failure to address increasing incidents of violence against women. In a bold move, the RJD released a list on social media detailing sexual violence incidents involving women and girls that occurred from February 1 to 19, aiming to highlight the government's inability to maintain safety for vulnerable populations.
The RJD's accusations have sparked a heated debate on social media, especially on the platform X (formerly Twitter), where they assert that the law is ineffective and the government has remained silent on this pressing issue. Tejashwi Yadav, the leader of the opposition in the Bihar Legislative Assembly, has been particularly vocal in his criticisms, branding Chief Minister Kumar as ineffective and likening him to a puppet in the political narrative. His comments reflect a broader sentiment of discontent among the opposition regarding the government's handling of womenโs safety and law enforcement.
In response, the ruling National Democratic Alliance (NDA) has retaliated against these allegations, aiming to defend their record and portray the RJD's attacks as politically motivated. This ongoing exchange between the NDA and RJD illustrates a deepening political divide in Bihar, as both parties prepare for the implications of this confrontation in the lead-up to future elections and in the context of heightened public concern over safety and law enforcement in the state.