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The level of war of words is continuously taking new forms in the politics of Bihar. Former Chief Minister and Union Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi has taken a very sharp and controversial taunt on Leader of Opposition Tejashwi Yadav. In fact, Manjhi has raised the political temperature by accusing Tejashwi Yadav of being under the influence of alcohol on the issue of him paying a live tribute (symbolic tribute) during a program. This comment of Manjhi has further deepened the tussle between the Grand Alliance and the NDA. This statement is spreading like wildfire on social media and has sparked a fierce debate among the supporters of both the parties. After all, why did Manjhi say this and what is the reality behind it, let us know the whole news.
What is the whole matter and why is there political turmoil?
The whole incident started when a symbolic tribute meeting was organized during some supporter or political activity of Tejashwi Yadav, in which people paid tribute to him while he was alive. It was presented as a political protest or in a satirical manner. Responding to this, Jitan Ram Manjhi said that “alcohol intoxication can do anything.” Manjhi’s reference was clearly to the mental balance of Tejashwi Yadav and the methods adopted by him. He also said that it is natural to oppose the opposition in politics, but adopting such cheap tactics is not only indecent, but also reflects one’s values and their upbringing. This taunt of Manjhi has come at the center of a new debate in Bihar, where people are now giving their opinions on this.
Jitan Ram Manjhi’s sharp attack and Tejashwi Yadav’s silence
Jitan Ram Manjhi is known for his outspoken statements. He not only condemned the incident but also cornered Tejashwi Yadav and said that he should bring maturity in politics. He sarcastically said that as long as a person is drunk, he does not know what he is doing. Although, there has been no official response from Tejashwi Yadav yet, but other RJD leaders have termed Manjhi’s statement as ‘low level politics’. RJD believes that Jitan Ram Manjhi is older in age, but he should refrain from making such comments. This entire incident has proved that personal attacks have now become common in Bihar politics, due to which healthy debate has been replaced by mere allegations and counter-allegations.
Drug allegations and war of words in Bihar politics
Liquor prohibition is a big issue in Bihar, and Jitan Ram Manjhi’s ‘drunkenness of alcohol’ jibe on this issue is being considered quite serious. By making this statement, Manjhi not only targeted Tejashwi Yadav, but also indirectly took a dig at Bihar’s prohibition policy and its implementation. While opposition parties often attack the government for its failure in banning liquor, Manjhi’s statement shows that even ruling party leaders can use it to brand their opponents as ‘drunkards’ or ‘addicts’. It is difficult to say how effective this political strategy is, but it is certain that it is neither bringing any administrative reform nor solving the problems of the people. The public is now fed up with such statements and wants to talk about the issue of development.
Political decorum and the sound of upcoming elections
This taunt and the reactions to it are a clear indication that the level of war of words may drop further in the upcoming assembly elections. Every leader is ready to go to any extent to humiliate each other. Such statements by an experienced leader like Jitan Ram Manjhi are raising questions in political circles whether decorum has now completely ended? While Tejashwi Yadav is trying to establish himself as a youth leader, Manjhi is teaching him the lessons of old traditions and decency. The people of Bihar are now seeing how their leaders are commenting on each other’s personal lives and habits instead of talking on the issues. In the coming time, it will be interesting to see whether both the leaders leave this issue here or whether it will escalate further.