Modi Want Criminals as Bihar Minister? Evidence of Murder Charges and Education Minister Backlash Against Daughters
The political landscape of Bihar is currently witnessing a fierce debate over the integrity and intent of its top leadership. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the BJP central leadership are under fire from opposition parties for allegedly promoting a "culture of criminalization" in Bihar's governance. The primary focus is on Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary, whose own self-sworn election affidavits reveal a long history of legal battles. According to official records and ADR analysis, Choudhary has faced multiple charges, including voluntarily causing hurt by dangerous weapons (IPC 324), punishment for undue influence at an election (IPC 171F), and assault on a public servant (IPC 353). While the BJP promotes a narrative of "Good Governance," critics argue that having a Chief Minister with a background in rioting and unlawful assembly (IPC 149) sets a dangerous precedent for a state already struggling with law and order.
The controversy deepened with the appointment of Mithilesh Tiwari as the Education Minister. Tiwari recently sparked a national backlash after a video surfaced where he questioned the "need for girl education," suggesting that daughters should remain within the household rather than participating in public life. This regressive mindset is even more alarming when examining his own credentials. Evidence from his 2025 election affidavit shows that Tiwari, a BA Honours graduate, is not a stranger to the legal system either. The opposition has pointed out that while the BJP claims to protect women through the "Beti Bachao" campaign, they have handed the education portfolio—the very tool for female empowerment—to a man who allegedly views it as unnecessary. The presence of serious criminal charges among cabinet members, with reports suggesting nearly half the ministers face cases like rioting and cheating, has led to the allegation that Modi’s government prefers "muscle power" over merit.
A critical analysis of this situation suggests a systematic failure to vet leadership based on moral character. When the leadership includes individuals with histories of violence or "criminal force" to deter public duties, the message sent to the common citizen is that the law is subservient to political power. The specific allegation that the BJP wants "rapists and murderers" in power is a reflection of the extreme public distrust fueled by the inclusion of candidates with crimes against women in their party ranks. While the CM has recently promised to "eliminate criminals within 48 hours," the irony is not lost on the public, who see the state cabinet itself populated by those with pending criminal proceedings. If the protectors of the daughters of Bihar are individuals who publicly undermine the need for their education, the social progress of the state faces an existential threat.
The conclusion of this political saga will likely define the 2026 election results. The "ego" of the ruling party to maintain a "double engine" government has seemingly pushed them to ignore the criminal records of their own ministers. As the INDIA block and other regional parties demand the resignation of Mithilesh Tiwari, the question remains: Can a government led by those with criminal backgrounds truly ensure the safety of women? The citizens of Bihar are now demanding transparency, not just in voting, but in the character of those who seek to lead them. If the BJP continues to shield ministers who make regressive comments about girls while facing serious charges in court, they risk a total collapse of their moral standing in the eyes of the youth and the women of Bihar.