The National Democratic Alliance (NDA) launched a sharp criticism of Independent MP Pappu Yadav for organising a state-wide “Bihar Bandh” on Sunday, accusing him of politicising alleged irregularities in the Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) examinations for personal gain.
Pappu Yadav, leading the Jan Adhikar Party, demanded the cancellation and re-examination of the 70th BPSC Preliminary Test (PT), citing alleged question paper leaks and mismanagement.
The protests disrupted daily life across Bihar, with his supporters blocking roads, burning tyres, and enforcing market closures in various districts.
Speaking to IANS, Bihar Minister Nitin Nabin questioned the timing and motive behind Yadav’s call for the bandh.
“BPSC candidates appeared for the exams in large numbers. When BPSC was used as a puppet under previous regimes, where was Pappu Yadav? Today, BPSC operates with authenticity and has the trust of students. So why is he protesting now? He is politicising the issue for personal gain,” Nabin told IANS.
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