Mahadangal: PM Modi Sparks Debate Over Bihar’s Past and Present Law & Order | ABP NEWS

During his recent visit to Motihari, Prime Minister Narendra Modi reignited a heated political debate by criticizing the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) and Congress alliance, accusing them of plunging Bihar into “Jungle Raj” during their rule. While inaugurating development projects worth over ₹7,000 crore, Modi painted a vision of a “new Bihar” filled with opportunities, comparing it to cities like Pune, Mumbai, and Gurugram. PM Modi took a direct jab at the RJD’s lantern symbol, contrasting it with the "new light" of development. He claimed that past governments only exploited Bihar and discriminated against the state, especially during the UPA years from 2005 to 2014. However, the Opposition, particularly RJD leaders, fired back, accusing Modi of ignoring current issues—especially the rise in crime. They cited a recent incident where a man was shot dead inside a well-known Patna hospital, with the assailants still at large after over 35 hours. Critics argue that while Modi dwells on past lawlessness, today’s Bihar under the NDA is facing similar challenges. The debate intensified on TV panels, where leaders from BJP, JDU, RJD, and other parties clashed over rising criminal cases and administrative failure. Questions were raised about the functioning of private hospitals, delayed FIRs, and the police’s inability to nab culprits swiftly. As Bihar prepares for upcoming state elections, Modi’s sharp attacks on the opposition and the RJD’s counter-allegations over current law and order failures are likely to dominate political discourse. The key question remains—will recalling the past distract voters from the harsh realities of the present?

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