Union Minister Chirag Paswan criticized Leader of the Opposition Tejashwi Yadav for allegedly defaming Bihar for political advantage. Paswan accused Yadav of portraying Bihar as the poorest state in the country during his visits to other states without explaining the reasons behind this perception.
Paswan blamed the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) and its leadership for Bihar’s underdevelopment, particularly during the 1990s, which he claimed led to significant migration from the state in search of better opportunities. He condemned Tejashwi’s statements as damaging to Bihar’s reputation.
Responding to concerns about Chief Minister Nitish Kumar’s security, Paswan assured that any future government would ensure Kumar’s dignity and status are preserved, emphasizing the importance of respecting senior leaders regardless of political differences. Earlier, JD-U state president Umesh Kushwaha and Bihar Minister Santosh Kumar Suman also criticized Tejashwi Yadav for his comments on Bihar’s economic status during a visit to Kerala.
