Tejashwi Yadav Accuses BJP of Forcing Nitish Kumar into Rajya Sabha
In a sharp political attack, opposition leader Tejashwi Prasad Yadav alleged on Thursday that Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar is being sent to the Rajya Sabha under immense pressure, claiming he has full sympathy for the veteran leader. Yadav asserted that his long-standing view that Nitish had been hijacked has now been vindicated by recent developments.
Hijacked and Betrayed: Yadav's Allegations
Speaking to reporters outside his 10, Circular Road bungalow in Patna, Yadav stated, I have said that Nitish ji had been hijacked. I wish him good health and thank him for serving Bihar for 20 years. He emphasized that common people in Bihar are strongly opposed to this sudden change in power dynamics, suggesting that if Nitish had remained with the RJD alliance, the current political turmoil would never have occurred.
Yadav framed the political shifts as a deliberate attempt to suppress bahujan politics, accusing the BJP of systematically sidelining leaders from backward classes, Dalit communities, minorities, and those championing social justice and secular values. He described the move as a betrayal of the mandate, recalling that the NDA campaigned with the slogan 2025 se 30 phir se Nitish, only to allegedly pressure Nitish mentally into accepting the Rajya Sabha seat.
Analogies and Warnings: A Groom Without Control
Using a vivid analogy, Yadav predicted these developments earlier during elections, noting that while Nitish was made to sit on the horse as the groom, the phera (ritual circles in marriage) would be taken by someone else—implying BJP control. He warned that the next chief minister of Bihar would be nothing but a rubber stamp, alleging the BJP aims to implement the RSS agenda in the state without resistance.
Broader Political Context: Swallowing Allies
Yadav also targeted the BJP's national strategy, claiming it has a history of swallowing its allies in various states. He cited examples such as:
- Shiv Sena in Maharashtra
- AIADMK in Tamil Nadu
- People's Democratic Party in Jammu and Kashmir
- Dushyant Chautala's party in Haryana
This, he argued, is part of a larger pattern of consolidation that undermines regional voices and democratic mandates.
In conclusion, Yadav reiterated his sympathy for Nitish Kumar, portraying him as a victim of political maneuvering, while condemning the BJP's actions as detrimental to Bihar's social fabric and electoral trust. The allegations highlight ongoing tensions in Bihar's political landscape, with implications for future governance and alliance dynamics.
