Patna: Just before the Bihar Assembly election results, RJD MLC Sunil Singh made a provocative statement, warning that if there were irregularities in the vote count, Bihar could be turned into Bangladesh or Nepal. His remarks raised the political temperature in the state, drawing sharp criticism from the BJP, JDU, and the Election Commission.
Taking swift action, Bihar DGP Vinay Kumar described the statement as provocative and disruptive to communal harmony and directed the concerned police station to file an FIR. Speaking to the media, he emphasized that:
- Preparations for the vote count have been made, with adequate police deployment.
- Victory celebrations will not be allowed anywhere, as per Election Commission rules.
- The statement by Sunil Singh is irresponsible and inflammatory; an FIR has been filed.
DGP Vinay Kumar reiterated that both voting and counting processes will remain transparent, underlining his strict approach to law and order.
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Political Reactions
RJD MP Manoj Kumar Jha defended Sunil Singh, stating that the remark was misinterpreted and highlighting that the BJP is focusing on political rhetoric rather than development.
JDU National Executive President Sanjay Jha called the statement an attempt to incite public unrest, urging the Election Commission to take action.
Deputy CM Vijay Kumar Sinha criticized the remark as reminiscent of “jungle raj,” reaffirming that Bihar’s politics emphasizes peace and harmony.
About IPS Vinay Kumar
Batch & Education: IPS Vinay Kumar is a 1991 batch officer and an IIT Kharagpur alumnus in engineering.
Career: He has 33 years of police experience, serving as Superintendent of Police in several key districts, ADG of CID, ADG Law and Order, and DG of the Bihar Police Building Construction Corporation. Known as a results-driven officer, he has a reputation for sharpness, leadership, and effective team management.
Personal Life: Vinay Kumar hails from Rampurani village, Vaishali district, Bihar, as the only brother among four sisters. His father, Iqbal Shukla, was a teacher. His wife passed away two years ago.
Appointment as Bihar DGP
IPS Vinay Kumar was appointed as Bihar DGP after IPS Alok Raj was relieved of his post within 130 days. Initially set to retire in September 2025, his tenure as DGP is expected to extend for at least two years.
Key Traits and Achievements
- Known for being results-oriented and strategic.
- Oversaw completion of multiple police infrastructure projects.
- Recognized for strong leadership in law enforcement and administration.
Took swift action against inflammatory political statements, maintaining law and order during elections.
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