BJP Leader Accuses Tejashwi Yadav of Violating Election Silence Period
On the eve of the second phase of voting in the Bihar Assembly elections, a significant political controversy erupted. Senior BJP leader and former Union Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad launched a sharp attack on Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader Tejashwi Yadav, accusing him of violating the election model code of conduct.
An Act of Desperation, Says Prasad
Prasad, a BJP Lok Sabha MP, stated that Tejashwi Yadav's decision to address a press conference during the mandatory "silence period" was a clear sign of desperation. This period follows the end of all campaigning and is designed to give voters a calm environment to make their choice. "Naturally, campaigning has ended, but today, in a display of desperation, Tejashwi Yadav addressed a press conference," Prasad asserted.
He detailed that during this conference, Tejashwi listed his party's schemes but then made a serious allegation, accusing the Chief Minister’s Office of planning to arrest opposition members. For Prasad, this move was not just a violation but a mental surrender. "This clearly shows that Tejashwi Yadav has mentally surrendered," the BJP stalwart concluded, indicating that the opposition Mahagathbandhan had already admitted defeat.
Confidence in a Historic NDA Victory
Beyond the criticism of his rival, Ravi Shankar Prasad expressed strong confidence in the performance of the National Democratic Alliance (NDA). He proclaimed that the coalition was moving towards a "historic victory" in the politically crucial state of Bihar. This statement, made on November 11, 2025, sets a confident tone for the ruling alliance as the state went to the polls.
Prasad also took a swipe at Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, labeling him a "political tourist," a remark aimed at undermining the credibility and consistency of the opposition leadership. This multi-pronged attack highlights the high-stakes nature of the Bihar elections and the intense political rhetoric surrounding them.
The incident underscores the fierce political battle in Bihar, where every action during the sensitive election period is scrutinized and used as ammunition by rival parties. The allegations of breaking the silence period norms add another layer of contention to an already heated electoral process.
