Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader Tejashwi Yadav ended his 100-day silence by launching a sharp attack on the central government and Bihar’s ruling alliance. Tejashwi, who had refrained from commenting on the new government after his defeat in the Bihar Assembly elections, criticized the BJP leadership for over-centralizing the Bihar elections.
Just 12 days after announcing his silence, Tejashwi criticized the ruling dispensation during an event in Patna. He accused the BJP of centralizing the Bihar elections, questioning the absence of Prime Minister Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah now. Tejashwi alleged a breakdown of law and order in Bihar, claiming routine incidents of shootings, murders, and kidnappings.
Tejashwi accused the NDA of misusing power, alleging the hijacking of constitutional institutions and democracy through money and manipulation. He countered allegations of dynastic politics against the RJD by pointing out dynastic elements within the BJP-led government. Tejashwi reiterated his post-poll claim that the people lost in Bihar, emphasizing the need for movements against injustice at all levels.
Tejashwi’s remarks signify a shift from his earlier restrained approach to active political confrontation, marking the beginning of opposition mobilization in Bihar.
