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- Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary stated that criminals do not belong to a specific caste while responding to political criticism regarding a police encounter.
- The Rashtriya Janata Dal had questioned why the caste of only one suspect, Nandan Kumar Yadav, was publicized following his shooting by police in Jamui.
- The government emphasized a commitment to the rule of law and the vision of a prosperous state.
- The remarks occurred during an event where subsidies were transferred under the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana.
What to watch next
- Potential escalation of political debate regarding caste identity in criminal cases.
- Follow-up on the status of remaining suspects in the Jamui incident.
- Implementation of solar energy initiatives by the Energy Department.
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Samrat Choudhary
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“A criminal is simply a criminal; they have no caste. If a criminal challenges the police, the police will respond accordingly”
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…behind caste or religion, and a criminal is simply a criminal and has no caste. He made this statement following the police action in which the main accused (Nandan Kumar Yadav) was shot in his leg in an encounter. “ A criminal is simply a criminal; they have no caste. If a criminal challenges the police, the police will respond accordingly ,” Mr. Choudhary said, adding that the rule of law and development with justice are the government’s priorities. He further said, “Bihar is not only the government’s responsibility but the collective responsibility of…
Rashtriya Janata Dal
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“Why are the caste identities of the rest being concealed? When the crime is equal for all, then why an encounter for just one—why no encounters for the remaining?”
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…only a half-encounter for this mentally criminal person who committed a wrong against a minor? Which law is protecting him? There are a total of 6-7 accused, so why is only Nandan Kumar Yadav’s caste being highlighted? Why are the caste identities of the rest being concealed? When the crime is equal for all, then why an encounter for just one—why no encounters for the remaining? ”RJD stated in the X post. RJD added, “Why are the criminals being protected? Bharat Tiwari was shot dead right on the street—when will these 6 be shot, or will they all be saved through legal games? The Chief Minister…
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