The political climate in Bihar is intensifying as the state approaches its assembly elections. Recent events have seen a rise in political rhetoric, with leaders actively engaging in mutual criticism. A key example of this is the exchange between Jan Suraaj Party’s Prashant Kishor and RJD leader Lalu Yadav. Kishor responded to Yadav’s criticism of Nitish Kumar’s government regarding rising crime and deteriorating law and order. Kishor’s response took the form of a metaphor, comparing Yadav’s statements to a lion deciding to adopt a vegetarian diet.
Kishor, currently on the Bihar Badlav Yatra, made these comments on June 10th in Saran. Kishor’s remarks were prompted by Yadav’s post on X, in which he addressed the state of law and order in Bihar, questioning the Nitish Kumar government’s effectiveness. Kishore’s criticism of Yadav reflects the complex political dynamics and the way in which key figures’ actions are perceived and debated in the state. Kishor also targeted Nitish Kumar, mentioning that the public wants him removed from power.