Politics: BJP Slams Kerala Congress For Comparing Bihar To Beedi, Calls Remark An Insult

A fresh political row has erupted after Kerala Congress posted a controversial tweet comparing Bihar to a beedi. The remark quickly drew sharp criticism from BJP leaders in Bihar, who called it an insult to the state and its people.Senior BJP leader and Bihar MLC Sanjay Mayukh accused the Congress of repeatedly showing contempt for Bihar and its citizens. He also recalled that Rahul Gandhi had earlier spoken about a “hydrogen bomb” during his speech in Bihar, questioning the kind of language used by the opposition. Mayukh said that Bihar is a land of peace and dignity, and such derogatory comparisons will not be tolerated.The BJP leader added that the people of Bihar would give a strong reply in the upcoming elections. He further alleged that Congress and its allies, including leaders like Stalin and Revanth Reddy, often use abusive or dismissive words for political opponents, showing their frustration and weakness.The controversy comes at a time when Congress is trying to revive its base in Bihar, but the ruling NDA believes such statements will only strengthen their position. The remark has intensified the political war of words ahead of the polls.