In a shocking development that has sent ripples through Bihar's political landscape, Rashtriya Janata Dal's (RJD) candidate for the Sasaram assembly constituency, Chandra Shekhar Singh, was arrested by police just hours after filing his nomination papers on Tuesday.
The arrest occurred around 7:30 PM at Singh's residence in Sasaram town, where a police team from Dehri executed the arrest warrant. According to official sources, the warrant was issued by a special MP-MLA court in connection with a pending criminal case.
Timing Raises Political Eyebrows
The timing of the arrest, coming immediately after the candidate completed the crucial nomination process, has sparked allegations of political motivation from opposition parties. Political analysts suggest this development could significantly impact the electoral dynamics in the Sasaram constituency.
Local RJD supporters and party workers expressed outrage at what they termed as "political vendetta" and gathered outside the police station demanding immediate release of their candidate.
Legal Proceedings Continue
Despite the arrest, election officials confirmed that Singh's nomination papers remain valid unless specifically rejected through proper electoral procedures. The candidate was produced before the court on Wednesday, where legal arguments regarding his bail plea are ongoing.
This incident has brought the focus back on candidates with pending criminal cases in the Bihar elections and has ignited debates about the use of state machinery during election season.
As the political temperature rises in Sasaram, all eyes are on the court's decision and how this development might influence voter sentiment in the crucial constituency.
