In a stark warning about the changing political landscape of Bihar, CPI(ML) general secretary Dipankar Bhattacharya has raised serious concerns about the implementation of what he termed as "bulldozer justice on the UP-model" in the state. The veteran left leader made these allegations during a public function in Hajipur on Sunday.
Home Department Power Shift Raises Alarms
Bhattacharya pointed to a significant shift in power dynamics within the Bihar government, asserting that the home department has effectively passed into the hands of deputy chief minister Samrat Chaudhary. "Now, Nitish Kumar is only the CM, not the home minister of the state. The home ministry has been snatched away from him and given to Samrat Choudhary," the CPI(ML) leader stated.
He expressed grave concerns about Chaudhary's open advocacy for implementing the Uttar Pradesh model of governance in Bihar. "He has talked about implanting the UP-model in Bihar. Now, it will not be rule of law, but bulldozer raj," Bhattacharya emphasized during his address at the event commemorating the death anniversary of party functionary Visheswar Prasad Yadav.
Targeting of Marginalized Communities Feared
The left leader drew parallels with the situation in Uttar Pradesh, alleging discriminatory implementation of anti-mafia measures. "In the name of removing mafia raj in UP, Dalits, backward caste people and those from minority sections have been targeted. Those from upper caste sections have been spared," Bhattacharya claimed.
His remarks highlight growing apprehensions among opposition parties about the potential misuse of state machinery against vulnerable communities under the guise of law and order measures.
Electoral Process Under Scrutiny
Bhattacharya described the outcome of the recent state assembly elections as the beginning of a "dangerous phase" in Bihar's political history. He raised serious questions about the integrity of the electoral process, citing the deletion of 70 lakh names from the electors' list during the special intensive revision.
Simultaneously, he noted the addition of 20-25 lakh new voters during the same period, terming the entire exercise as "very wrongful." The CPI(ML) leader alleged that "they changed the balance at every booth, and all this happened before election," suggesting systematic manipulation of the electoral rolls.
Bhattacharya also referenced the disbursement of Rs 30,000 crore among women and other beneficiaries, implying possible misuse of welfare schemes for electoral gains. "Now, the state has entered into a dangerous phase," he reiterated, underscoring his concerns about democratic norms.
Broader Political Resistance Planned
Beyond state-specific issues, Bhattacharya also addressed national concerns, particularly the introduction of the four labour codes. He urged people to prepare for a strong struggle against these policies and called for public participation in the countrywide stir against the labour codes scheduled for November 26.
The CPI(ML) leader's comprehensive critique signals the beginning of organized resistance against both state and central government policies, setting the stage for potential political confrontations in the coming months.
