Daijiworld Media Network - Patna

Patna, Apr 13: Rashtriya Janata Dal (Tejashwi Yadav) leader Tejashwi Yadav launched a strong attack on the ruling BJP-JD(U) alliance in Bihar on Monday, alleging widespread misgovernance and claiming that the state is effectively being controlled “from Gujarat.”

Speaking to IANS, Yadav accused the Bharatiya Janata Party and its ally Janata Dal (United) of failing to address Bihar’s long-standing developmental challenges. He alleged that individuals aligned with the BJP were influencing the administration, including elements within the JD(U), contributing to the current law and order situation.

He asserted that people were aware of the prevailing issues but would respond politically in due course.

Yadav further criticised the government’s economic performance, claiming that Bihar’s resources had been exhausted despite two decades of rule. He said the state continues to struggle with poverty, low per capita income, weak education and healthcare systems, and a lack of industrial growth.

He also dismissed political attention on ministerial visits to the Chief Minister’s residence, stating that public concerns such as unemployment, inflation, migration, and agricultural distress were being ignored. According to him, governance priorities have shifted away from people’s welfare.

The RJD leader alleged administrative stagnation, claiming that Cabinet meetings have not been held for months and that decision-making has slowed significantly. He also pointed to rising crime and corruption, along with unmet electoral promises.
Commenting on reported changes in political posters featuring Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, he made a brief remark suggesting ongoing internal shifts within the ruling setup.

Reiterating his “remote control” allegation, Yadav claimed that real power in Bihar does not rest within the state leadership and that decisions are influenced externally. He said successive governments over the past 20 years have failed to deliver meaningful development.

Separately, he announced that the party’s student wing has been renamed from Chatra RJD (CRJD) to the Socialist Students Association of India (SSAI), citing compliance with a Supreme Court directive restricting political party activity in educational institutions.

On national politics, Yadav expressed confidence in West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee, predicting her electoral success and stating that his party would extend support to the Trinamool Congress in the state.