Tejashwi Yadav Blames Bihar Government for Anarchy and Mafia Rule

Rashtriya Janata Dal leader Tejashwi Yadav slammed the Bihar government on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, alleging that a mafia rule prevails at every level in the State. Speaking ahead of the four-day Chhath Puja festival, the Leader of the Opposition in the Bihar Assembly claimed that the State is facing complete administrative collapse and financial disorder under the National Democratic Alliance regime.

Criticism

Mr. Yadav targeted the leadership, stating that criminals are killing policemen while police personnel are killing innocent citizens to hide their own mistakes. He accused the Chief Minister of lacking administrative knowledge, experience, and competence, which has led officials to stop taking him seriously. According to the opposition leader, resolving public problems, improving education, health, jobs, and law and order are not priorities for the government.

Festivities

Meanwhile, the State government is preparing for the Chhath festival, which will be celebrated from November 13 to 16, with cleaning work happening on a war footing along the Ganga river ghats. Traffic in the State capital has decreased as people travel back to their ancestral homes for the celebrations. Local businessman Arvind Kumar Jha noted that the atmosphere turns sacred and religious during these four days.

Context

Chhath Puja is a major traditional festival dedicated to the Sun God, widely celebrated in Bihar and surrounding regions with immense public participation. Political leaders often time public statements and criticism around major festival periods to draw maximum attention from the public and media.