During a recent session of the Bihar assembly, a discussion concerning the Home Department budget turned politically charged as Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Chowdhary targeted MP Pappu Yadav. Chowdhary referenced Yadav's comments in connection with the NEET student case, emphasizing that as Home Minister, he does not interfere with the police's affairs, indicating an expectation of Yadav to maintain similar restraint.

Chowdhary's remarks hinted at the contradictions surrounding arrests and statements made, implying a criticism of Yadav's public posturing in these matters. He made a metaphorical reference to the Bihar police's reputation, suggesting that initially, people might claim they 'didn't harm an ant,' but following arrests, even 'an elephant starts to fear the ant.' He used humor to underline the detrimental effects of fear and anxiety, hinting at the broader implications of political bravado in a challenging environment.

In response, Pappu Yadav took to social media, indirectly retaliating against Chowdhary by calling him a 'monkey', suggesting a shift in his political stance from youthful exuberance to what he perceives as folly. This exchange reflects ongoing tensions between political figures in Bihar and the media's keen interest in what these exchanges mean for the state's political climate as they navigate personal rivalries and public perceptions.