Neeraj Kumar Responds to Sonia Gandhis Remarks on Nitish Kumars Role
Neeraj Kumar addresses Sonia Gandhis comments on Nitish Kumar, along with various political issues in Bihar and beyond.
Patna, November 12 (Daily Kiran) : Neeraj Kumar, the chief spokesperson for the Janata Dal United (JD(U)), recently responded to several pressing political issues, including remarks made by Congress leader Sonia Gandhi regarding Nitish Kumar. Kumar accused Gandhi of making light of Kumar’s political role in her autobiography. He also addressed comments from Tejashwi Yadav about Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s upcoming visit to Vaishali and the recent attack on CRPF personnel in Kulgam.
Kumar emphasized that while Sonia Gandhi has the right to write her autobiography, her comments on Nitish Kumar do not reflect the truth. He noted that Kumar has been recognized as a global thinker and climate leader, and Gandhi’s remarks seemed dismissive.
He highlighted that Nitish Kumar was a key architect of the INDIE alliance and pointed out Bihar’s pioneering efforts in socio-economic census and caste surveys. Kumar questioned why the Congress-led Karnataka government halted work related to the socio-economic census, despite its significance. He asserted that Bihar has effectively linked the survey’s findings to welfare schemes, while Congress and INDIE leaders have remained silent on this important matter.
Regarding the criticism from Tejashwi Yadav about Modi’s visit to Vaishali, Kumar acknowledged Yadav’s right to question but suggested he should remain in Bihar to engage with local issues. He referred to Vaishali as the birthplace of democracy and stressed the historical significance of Modi’s gathering there.
Kumar expressed concern over attacks on constitutional institutions, asserting that targeting them for personal reasons is inappropriate. He also responded to Yadav’s claims about credit for the bridge construction over the Ganges, referencing Jawaharlal Nehru’s “Discovery of India” and stating that despite years of Congress rule, it was the joint efforts of Nitish Kumar and Modi’s government that made this dream a reality.
Expressing sorrow over the Kulgam attack, Kumar labeled it a national challenge and extended condolences to the families of the fallen soldiers. He urged the central government to take strict action against those attempting to disrupt the country’s peace.
On the potential alliance between Asaduddin Owaisi and Chandrashekhar Azad, Kumar remarked that it is a matter for the parties involved to decide. He also addressed comments from TMC MP Kirti Azad regarding religious sentiments, urging a spirit of unity and respect for all faiths.
Finally, regarding the pollution caused by firecrackers, Kumar echoed Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath’s concerns about environmental challenges. He noted that pollution adversely affects people’s lives, leading many, especially the elderly, to leave cities like Delhi due to health fears. He called for a collective understanding of the pollution issue, emphasizing the seriousness with which the judiciary, legislature, and executive are approaching the matter.
