In a scathing attack on Bihar's ruling coalition, Congress leader Jairam Ramesh has accused the BJP-JDU alliance of reducing the state to what he termed a "migration industry" while failing to address fundamental development needs.
The Migration Economy Critique
Ramesh, serving as Congress General Secretary, asserted that the current administration has systematically established migration as Bihar's primary economic activity. "Instead of creating sustainable employment opportunities within the state," he remarked, "the government has perfected the art of exporting its workforce to other states."
Election Battle Lines Drawn
With Bihar assembly elections scheduled for 2025, the political rhetoric has intensified significantly. The Congress leader's comments come amid growing tension between the opposition INDIA bloc and the ruling National Democratic Alliance (NDA).
Ramesh emphasized that Bihar requires comprehensive reconstruction rather than continued reliance on labor migration. He highlighted several critical areas needing immediate attention:
- Job creation within the state
- Industrial development
- Infrastructure improvement
- Educational reforms
- Healthcare accessibility
Political Implications
The sharp criticism reflects the opposition's strategy to challenge the ruling coalition's development narrative. As election preparations gain momentum, migration and employment are emerging as central issues that could sway voter sentiment.
Ramesh's statement signals the Congress party's intent to make governance failures and economic distress key campaign themes in the upcoming electoral battle for control of Bihar's legislative assembly.
