BJP Bihar State President Sanjay Saraogi rejected the RJD’s protest concerning women’s safety in Patna, stating that the Opposition party lacks the authority to address such issues. Saraogi criticized the RJD’s past governance, highlighting numerous instances of violence against women that were allegedly overlooked by the administration. He emphasized the current government’s prompt establishment of a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to address the matter.
The RJD’s women’s wing organized a protest following the tragic incident of a NEET aspirant’s alleged rape and subsequent death at a girls’ hostel in Patna. This event has heightened political tensions in Bihar, underscoring concerns about women’s safety and law enforcement. BJP minister Dilip Jaiswal also condemned the Opposition, asserting that the RJD is idle in its duties.
The clash stems from a vigorous campaign led by RJD’s Tejashwi Yadav, who accused the Nitish Kumar-led NDA government of failing to safeguard women and allowing criminals to act with impunity. Yadav criticized the administration for neglecting the welfare of minor girls, students, and women, alleging a focus on corrupt interests over public service. He portrayed the ruling establishment as morally bankrupt, alleging a facade of virtue while serious crimes persisted.
Rohini Acharya, daughter of RJD chief Lalu Prasad Yadav, questioned the Bihar government and Patna Police’s handling of the case. In recent social media posts, she criticized the government and the SIT for their silence on critical investigation aspects, labeling the Home Minister’s responses as routine and unhelpful. Acharya expressed concerns about the direction of the investigation, accusing the police of presenting misleading theories and causing confusion.
The BJP leadership highlighted their swift response through the formation of a Special Investigation Team to investigate the incident. They emphasized accountability with senior oversight, portraying the government as responsive to public safety concerns and committed to addressing citizen’s worries about security.
