Tensions Mount Ahead of Bihar Polls
As Bihar heads into the final stretch of the 2025 state assembly elections, political temperatures have soared dramatically. The campaign narrative took a shocking turn after JD(U) candidate Anant Singh was arrested in connection with a murder case, triggering widespread reactions across party lines.
The arrest, coming just days before polling in several key constituencies, has injected new volatility into an already charged election season. Singh — often dubbed the “Bahubali of Mokama” — has long been a controversial figure in Bihar politics, known for his clout and deep grassroots influence.
🚔 Anant Singh’s Arrest: Shockwaves Through JD(U)
According to police sources, Anant Singh was taken into custody on Saturday following an investigation linking him to a recent high-profile murder in his constituency.
The JD(U) leadership has distanced itself from the case, calling the timing of the arrest “politically motivated.”
“This is a deliberate attempt to malign our party’s image before voting,” a senior JD(U) spokesperson said. “The matter is sub judice, and we trust the judiciary to uphold the truth.”
Opposition leaders, however, have seized the moment to attack the ruling coalition, labeling it as a sign of “moral and administrative collapse.”
🪷 PM Modi’s Power Show: Massive Rallies and Roadshow
While the JD(U) grapples with internal tremors, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is spearheading the BJP campaign across Bihar.
Today, Modi is scheduled to address multiple rallies and lead a grand roadshow, drawing thousands of supporters from across Patna, Nalanda, and Begusarai.
Chants of “Modi-Modi” echoed through the streets as BJP cadres claimed the Prime Minister’s presence will “energize the final phase of campaigning.”
The roadshow also doubles as a show of strength for the BJP-JD(U) alliance amid growing challenges from the RJD-led Mahagathbandhan.
“Bihar wants progress, not politics of crime,” Modi declared during one rally, emphasizing development, jobs, and law-and-order stability as his campaign’s central themes.
🧱 BJP MP Manoj Tiwari Alleges Attack by RJD Workers
Adding fuel to the fire, BJP MP Manoj Tiwari has alleged that his convoy was attacked by RJD workers during a roadshow in Arrah district late Saturday evening.
Tiwari claimed that stones were hurled and several vehicles were damaged before police dispersed the crowd.
“This shows RJD’s frustration and fear of losing,” Tiwari said. “Violence has no place in democracy.”
The RJD, however, has denied all allegations, accusing the BJP of “stage-managing drama” to distract from real issues such as unemployment and inflation.
🗳️ Elections Enter Final Phase
The Bihar Assembly polls — considered a crucial political test for both JD(U) and BJP — are now in their most crucial phase. With PM Modi’s presence dominating the narrative and opposition parties sharpening attacks, the final days of campaigning are expected to be intense, emotional, and unpredictable.
Political analysts suggest that the arrest of Anant Singh could sway voter sentiments in some constituencies, while Modi’s roadshows may consolidate the BJP’s upper hand in urban belts.
“Bihar’s election is no longer just local politics—it’s a national pulse check,” said political commentator Arvind Mishra. “Every move now matters.”
🇮🇳 Conclusion: High Stakes, High Drama
With just days left before voting, Bihar’s political landscape has turned into a battlefield of rallies, roadshows, and rhetoric.
From Anant Singh’s arrest to PM Modi’s mega campaign trail, the state is witnessing one of its most intense electoral contests in years — a clash not just of parties, but of ideologies and political futures.
