Bihar's Businessman Murder Case Sparks Political Firestorm

The murder of businessman Gopal Khemka in Patna's Gandhi Maidan has ignited a political controversy. JDU leader Shyam Rajak, who had a long-standing relationship with Khemka, expressed concern, while RJD's Tejashwi Yadav criticized the Bihar government's handling of law and order. An SIT investigation is underway.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 05-07-2025 11:59 IST | Created: 05-07-2025 11:59 IST
Bihar's Businessman Murder Case Sparks Political Firestorm
JDU leader Shyam Rajak (Photo: ANI) . Image Credit: ANI
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On Saturday, Janata Dal-United (JDU) leader Shyam Rajak addressed the shocking murder of Gopal Khemka, a businessman with whom he had a 45-year association. Khemka was killed on Friday night in the bustling Gandhi Maidan area of Patna, raising serious safety concerns in the region.

JDU's Neeraj Kumar labeled the incident as a significant challenge for the Bihar government. He mentioned that an immediate Special Investigation Team (SIT) has been formed under the leadership of Patna's Central SP to uncover the facts behind Khemka's murder, emphasizing his hope for prompt results.

Rashtriya Janata Dal's Tejashwi Yadav criticized the Bihar government, alleging a rise in businessman murders and questioning the law and order situation. He accused the government of engaging in 'media management' and declared that Bihar is under 'lawlessness' with the current administration.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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