The controversy over the eviction of former Chief Minister Rabri Devi from her official residence at 10 Circular Road in Patna is escalating in Bihar. The Bihar government’s Building Construction Department has issued an order for Rabri Devi, currently the Leader of the Opposition in the Bihar Legislative Council, to vacate the government bungalow. She has been provided an alternative government residence in exchange. NDA leaders have accused the RJD of prolonged occupation of government property, while the RJD has retaliated by questioning the occupancy of government bungalows by JDU leaders.
The RJD has raised concerns about JDU National Working President Sanjay Jha and JDU MP Devesh Chandra Thakur allegedly occupying government bungalows in Bihar despite having official accommodations in New Delhi. The party has sought clarification from the Building Construction Department on the rules allowing the MPs to retain the Bihar residences. The letter questions whether the MPs are paying the prescribed rent or using political influence to occupy the properties. Additionally, the RJD has questioned Union Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi’s residence in a bungalow from the Patna Central Pool and the allocation of the same to his daughter-in-law.
The RJD has demanded transparency from the Building Construction Department, asking for clarification on the factual position, the timeline for vacating the bungalows, and details on any additional rent collected for extended use. The party has emphasized the need for a serious and transparent response from the department to address these issues.
