Union Home Minister Mr. Amit Shah today outlined the substantial support provided by the NDA government to Bihar under Chief Minister Nitish Kumar’s leadership, stating that the state has received over Rs. 14.85 lakh crore in the past 11 years for development projects and initiatives. This stands in stark contrast to the Rs. 2.80 lakh crore received during the UPA government’s tenure from 2004 to 2014. Mr. Shah made these remarks while addressing BJP leaders and workers in Begusarai, as part of a larger effort to strengthen the party’s position ahead of upcoming elections.
Amit Shah Criticizes Opposition’s Claims on Special Intensive Revision (SIR) Campaign
In his address, Mr. Shah also responded to criticism surrounding the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) campaign, which the opposition, particularly the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) and Congress, has been actively opposing. He clarified that the SIR initiative is not designed to remove any legitimate Indian citizens from the voter list. Instead, the aim is to clean the electoral rolls of illegal infiltrators.
“The names of no Indian citizen will be removed from the voter list,” Mr. Shah asserted, adding that the SIR exercise is essential for ensuring that only eligible voters are included. He stressed that the BJP has a firm commitment to protecting the electoral integrity of the nation by excluding infiltrators, an issue that he said the RJD and Congress are trying to manipulate for vote-bank politics.
Infiltrators Will Not Be Allowed to Vote, Amit Shah Asserts
Mr. Shah took the opportunity to reaffirm the BJP’s stance on infiltrators, making it clear that they would not be allowed to vote under any circumstances. This, he explained, was part of the party’s broader commitment to national security and sovereignty. The opposition, he said, was deliberately opposing the removal of infiltrators from the electoral rolls to safeguard their vote-bank interests, despite the potential harm these actions could cause to the state’s electoral integrity.
Strengthening BJP’s Organizational Structure Ahead of Elections
The meeting in Begusarai, attended by leaders and workers from ten districts, including Patna Rural, Patna Metropolitan, Barh, Nalanda, Sheikhpura, Munger, Jamui, Lakhisarai, and Khagaria, was convened to prepare for the upcoming elections. Union ministers, MPs, MLAs, MLCs, and local party functionaries participated, strategizing on ways to bolster the party’s outreach and support at the grassroots level.
Mr. Shah urged party workers to remain active at every level, especially at the booth level, emphasizing that grassroots mobilization is key to securing victory. His comments reflect the BJP’s strong focus on maintaining momentum at the local level in preparation for the elections.
BJP’s Continued Focus on Bihar’s Development
In his speech, Mr. Shah also underscored the NDA government’s ongoing commitment to Bihar’s development. He praised the state for its progress in infrastructure, healthcare, education, and social welfare over the past 11 years, attributing much of the success to the strategic investments made by the NDA government. The financial assistance provided to the state, he noted, is a clear reflection of the central government’s dedication to Bihar’s growth and prosperity.
Amit Shah’s Visit to Dehri on Sone in Rohtas District
Earlier in the day, Mr. Shah also addressed BJP leaders and workers at Dehri on Sone in Rohtas district, reiterating the importance of organizational unity and electoral preparedness. His visit to multiple districts in Bihar reflects the BJP’s concerted efforts to strengthen its foothold in the state, particularly in the run-up to the elections.
Mr. Amit Shah’s visit to Begusarai and his remarks have once again brought the NDA government’s developmental work in Bihar to the forefront. By highlighting the substantial financial assistance and defending the Special Intensive Revision campaign, the Union Home Minister has attempted to reassure the electorate of the government’s commitment to Bihar’s progress and security. As elections approach, the BJP’s focus on organizational strengthening, voter integrity, and state development continues to be a central theme in its strategy.
