Mahadangal: Is Bihar Losing Control? The Debate Over Law and Order Under Nitish Kumar | ABP NEWS

The recent crime wave in Bihar has sparked intense debate, with opposition parties accusing Chief Minister Nitish Kumar of failing to control rising lawlessness. In a tragic incident, a prominent businessman was murdered in Patna’s upscale locality, despite a police station just a short distance away. Opposition leaders have labeled this as evidence of the “Mahajangal Raj” in Bihar, comparing the current government’s failure to control crime to the lawlessness of the past. Supporters of the Nitish Kumar government, however, argue that while the crime is unfortunate, the opposition is exaggerating the situation. They claim the Bihar police's approach is based on proper investigation and impartial law enforcement, emphasizing that the state’s crime rates are lower than the national average. They also point out that Bihar has significantly improved in conviction rates and the speed of filing charge sheets. However, critics question why high-profile cases like this one continue to occur. The debate continues to rage over whether Bihar’s crime problem is truly out of control or if it's being politicized for electoral gains. With elections looming, this issue has become a key battleground, as both sides present their views on law and order.