Law and Order

Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary sparked controversy after saying critics could find only five videos of sexual assault and molestation in the State. The Opposition RJD criticised the remark, arguing that even one such incident should be treated seriously.

The Bihar government has banned the use of DJs during the upcoming Durga Puja and Dasara celebrations and issued strict security guidelines to maintain law and order across the State.

Union minister and LJP (Ram Vilas) leader Chirag Paswan criticised the Bihar government over reported cases involving minor girls, questioned the police response and said he would continue raising the issue despite being part of the ruling NDA.

The RJD accused Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary of exposing a minor survivor’s identity after a photograph appeared briefly on his official X account. His remarks about the video that helped police identify suspects also drew political criticism.

JD(U) leader Ram Bachan Rai has taken charge as Chairman of the Bihar Legislative Council after BJP leader Awadhesh Narain Singh resigned, reinforcing the BJP-JD(U) power-sharing arrangement in Bihar. The leadership change comes amid continuing political activity over electoral rolls, governance and upcoming Legislative Council contests.

Prashant Kishor has hit back at Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary after the latter's “bechara” remark, adding to the ongoing political confrontation between the Jan Suraaj leader and the state government

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