Bihar Political Controversy Over Caste Remarks

Bihar's political landscape is tense following Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Kumar Sinha's critique of Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader Tejashwi Yadav for his casteism allegations and demand for a caste census. Sinha asserted that the public would judge who truly serves Bihar, emphasizing that Yadav's actions benefit only his family. Meanwhile, JD(U) Minister Ashok Choudhary faced backlash for blaming the Bhumihar community for the party's loss in Jehanabad, which sparked accusations of casteism against him. Critics, including JD(U) MLC Neeraj Kumar, condemned Choudhary's remarks as divisive, noting that Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has never focused on caste in his political approach. The political feud escalated as various leaders, including Union Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi, pointed out inconsistencies in Yadav's demands compared to his family's past governance. As the situation unfolds, the RJD continues to push for a caste census and increased reservation limits, organizing protests across the state.