Bihar Assembly Speaker Stands Firm on Prohibition Policy
In a decisive statement on Friday, Bihar Assembly Speaker Prem Kumar unequivocally ruled out any possibility of lifting the state's prohibition policy, asserting that the liquor ban has delivered positive results and will remain in force. Speaking in Gaya, Kumar emphasized that there is no question of revoking prohibition, even as fresh political debates have emerged following calls for its repeal by JD(U) MLA Anant Singh and RLM MLA Madhav Anand.
Unity Within Ruling Alliance Affirmed
Dismissing speculation of internal differences within the ruling alliance, Kumar clarified that there is no resentment within the BJP or JD(U) over the appointment of Samrat Choudhary as the Chief Minister. He stated that the leadership change received full backing from the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) and was unanimously supported in the legislative party meeting. Kumar added that the new CM has begun functioning in alignment with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision while continuing the governance model established by his predecessor, Nitish Kumar.
Support for Women's Reservation Bill
On the topic of the women's reservation bill, the Speaker described it as a visionary move aimed at enhancing women's participation in democracy. He urged opposition parties to lend their support to this initiative, highlighting its importance for inclusive governance.
Confidence in Upcoming State Elections
Commenting on the upcoming assembly elections in states such as West Bengal, Kumar noted that public sentiment is turning against the current regime. He expressed confidence that the BJP would form the government with a decisive mandate, reflecting broader political trends.
Key Points:
- Prohibition policy in Bihar will continue without any changes.
- No internal dissent within BJP or JD(U) regarding the new CM appointment.
- Women's reservation bill praised as a step toward democratic inclusivity.
- Optimism for BJP's performance in forthcoming state elections.
This comprehensive stance from the Speaker underscores the state's commitment to its existing policies while addressing contemporary political dynamics.
