Bihar's Political Arena Heats Up Ahead of Assembly Elections

In a high-stakes political maneuver, Defense Minister Rajnath Singh is poised to address the inaugural ceremony of the BJP's state executive meeting in Patna on July 2, as the party intensifies its strategy for the impending Bihar assembly elections. Notably, Singh will convene with prominent party figures, including MLAs and Members of Parliament.

On another front, BJP National Spokesperson Gaurav Bhatia criticized the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) and its leader Tejashwi Yadav, accusing them of undermining Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision for empowering marginalized communities. Bhatia further claimed that their agenda opposed the Constitution while allegedly advocating for Sharia Law.

Amid political jostling, the INDIA bloc, aiming to unseat CM Nitish Kumar, received support from senior Congress leader Ashok Gehlot, who pledged to introduce Rajasthan's acclaimed health model in Bihar. Gehlot advocated for this model, emphasizing its comprehensive coverage and free healthcare facilities. The upcoming elections, projected for October or November, remain unannounced by the Election Commission.

(With inputs from agencies.)