Prime Minister Narendra Modi alleged that the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) pressured the United Progressive Alliance (UPA) government to obstruct development projects in Bihar after Nitish Kumar formed his administration in the state. Modi made these claims during a public address, asserting the interference was politically motivated to weaken Kumar’s government.
Allegations of Bureaucratic Obstruction
According to PM Modi, the RJD’s actions resulted in blocked bureaucratic clearances and stalled central-funded schemes once Kumar assumed office. The Prime Minister characterized these alleged delays as a calculated strategy to undermine Bihar’s governance during a critical development period. The RJD remains a significant political rival to Kumar’s administration in Bihar’s competitive political landscape.
PM Modi claimed the disruptions impacted multiple sectors across the state. “These disruptions affected infrastructure, social welfare and other essential services throughout the region,” he stated, suggesting the interference had widespread consequences for Bihar’s population.
Claims of Central Ministry Complaints
The Prime Minister asserted that central government ministries received complaints regarding interference and obstruction in Bihar’s development programs. He cited these alleged incidents as grounds for holding the UPA government accountable for governance failures in the state.
Without providing specific documentation or examples, Modi presented these claims as evidence of political manipulation affecting Bihar’s progress. The allegations come amid ongoing political tensions between the ruling National Democratic Alliance and opposition parties.
Political Appeal to Voters
In his remarks, PM Modi called on voters to consider such alleged tactics when making electoral decisions. “In his address, Modi urged voters to recognise such tactics when casting their ballots and to support a government committed to consistent governance rather than one that allegedly uses obstruction as a political tool,” according to his statement.
The RJD has not issued an immediate response to these allegations. The claims reflect continuing political rhetoric surrounding Bihar’s development trajectory and competing narratives about governance under different administrations.
Bihar has experienced multiple political realignments in recent years, with shifting alliances between major parties including the RJD, Janata Dal (United), and Bharatiya Janata Party affecting the state’s political landscape and policy implementation.
Note: The original text did not specify a date for these statements.
