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Bihar Bandh Erupts in Protests Against Modi Remarks

9/5/2025

Summary

Story summary

On September 4, Bihar faced a statewide bandh organized by BJP and allies, protesting remarks against PM Modi and his mother.
Protests featured marches and sit-ins, with BJP leaders demanding apologies from Congress and RJD.
Clashes between BJP and Congress workers led to injuries and arrests; a defamation case was filed against Rahul Gandhi and Tejashwi Yadav.
PM Modi expressed emotional pain over the incident, calling for accountability from the opposition.

History

Historical Context

The Emergency in India, declared by Prime Minister Indira Gandhi in 1975, suspended elections and curtailed civil liberties, leading to widespread protests. This political upheaval paved the way for the rise of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), which has since utilized grassroots mobilization strategies. The recent bandh in Bihar reflects this legacy, as BJP leaders demand accountability from the opposition amid ongoing political tensions.

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Story summary

On September 4, Bihar faced a statewide bandh organized by BJP and allies, protesting remarks against PM Modi and his mother.
Protests featured marches and sit-ins, with BJP leaders demanding apologies from Congress and RJD.
Clashes between BJP and Congress workers led to injuries and arrests; a defamation case was filed against Rahul Gandhi and Tejashwi Yadav.
PM Modi expressed emotional pain over the incident, calling for accountability from the opposition.

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