Union Home Minister Amit Shah delivered a powerful and unambiguous political message during his campaign blitz in Bihar on Wednesday, firmly stating that there is “no seat vacant” in the nation's political landscape. The remarks, aimed squarely at quelling speculation within the opposition camp, served to reinforce the stability of the existing leadership at both the state and central levels.
Addressing a vibrant public meeting, Shah left no room for ambiguity, declaring, “CM ya PM koi seat khali nahi hai… yahan Nitish Kumar hain, wahan PM Modi hain.” (No seat for CM or PM is vacant… here we have Nitish Kumar, and there we have PM Modi). This direct assertion was a clear rebuttal to ongoing rumours and discussions about potential leadership changes or new political alignments in Bihar and beyond.
Praising Modi, Honouring Bihar's Legacy
Shah used the platform to laud Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his efforts in "enhancing Bihar’s image." He highlighted the Centre's decision to confer the Bharat Ratna on former Chief Minister Karpoori Thakur, portraying it not just as an award but as a gesture of respect for Bihar's immense contribution to India's democratic and social justice movements.
The Home Minister also showcased the central government's muscular security policy, citing strong actions like "Operation Sindoor" following the Pahalgam attack and the ban on the Popular Front of India (PFI). This, he implied, stood in stark contrast to the perceived hesitancy of previous governments.
A Call for a Decisive NDA Victory
With the first phase of Bihar's assembly elections scheduled for November 6, Shah’s primary mission was to galvanize support for the National Democratic Alliance (NDA). He made a direct appeal to the electorate, asking, “Will you all vote for us?” and urged them to pledge for a clean sweep of all 10 seats in the Darbhanga region.
In a pointed message to the opposition RJD, he confidently backed the NDA's candidate, saying, “Maithili Thakur will win.” This declaration was part of a broader strategy to project the NDA as a cohesive and invincible force in the state.
Ram Temple and a Vision for Mithila
Touching upon a core issue for the BJP's support base, Shah credited PM Modi with fulfilling the long-pending promise of constructing the Ram Temple in Ayodhya. He accused the Congress, Trinamool Congress, and Samajwadi Party of having obstructed the construction for decades.
Building on this religious-cultural momentum, Shah proposed a new vision for the Mithila region, the believed birthplace of Goddess Sita. “Now, we must build a temple for Goddess Sita in Mithila and link all the places she visited through the Ram Circuit,” he announced, signalling a future developmental and pilgrimage-oriented agenda for the area.
Reinforcing the NDA's Bihar Leadership
Later, at a rally in Shantipur, Shah further consolidated the narrative of a united NDA in Bihar. He stated that the state enjoys the leadership of Chief Minister Nitish Kumar and Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas) chief Chirag Paswan, coupled with the "blessings" of Prime Minister Modi. This triangulation of leadership, he asserted, would be the cornerstone of the NDA's strengthened position in the state.
In essence, Amit Shah's visit was a multi-pronged offensive: a firm message of political stability to the opposition, a reassurance to the NDA's allies, a recap of the central government's achievements for the voters, and a glimpse into the party's future plans for Bihar, all woven together to secure a decisive mandate for the alliance.
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