Patna’s political landscape heated up on Thursday as Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) spokesperson Ejaz Ahmad unleashed a scathing attack on the NDA government. He accused the ruling alliance of deliberately slashing the security cover of opposition leader Tejashwi Prasad Yadav to muzzle dissent.
Ahmad labeled the move as a blatant display of anti-democratic intent. Speaking to reporters, he claimed this was a preemptive strike to weaken opposition protests before they gain momentum. ‘The government is jittery,’ he asserted, pointing to Tejashwi’s relentless criticism on key issues like jobs, development, women’s safety, crime, and murders in Bihar.
The RJD leader connected the dots to the ongoing controversy over a NEET aspirant’s death in Patna, suggesting the security downgrade was a distraction tactic. He questioned the disparity: why do BJP and JD(U) leaders enjoy Z-plus protection with commandos, while Tejashwi’s cover was reduced to Y-plus?
Names like Nitin Nabin, Mangal Pandey, BJP state president Sanjay Sarawgi, and Union Minister Lalan Singh top the Z-category list, backed by elite security squads. In contrast, former Deputy CM Tejashwi and Union Minister Giriraj Singh hold Y-plus status.
Officials insist these changes stem from security audits and threat assessments. Yet, Ahmad cried foul, calling it political vendetta against a vocal opposition voice that holds the government accountable. As Bihar braces for more confrontations, this security row underscores deepening divides ahead of potential street agitations.
RJD vows to fight on, with Tejashwi remaining a steadfast people’s leader undeterred by such maneuvers. The episode raises broader questions about fairness in protecting political figures amid rising tensions.