Amid grief and anger, Bihar’s opposition heavyweight RJD has thrown down the gauntlet, urging a CBI-led investigation into the shocking death of a Patna student. The case, unfolding in the state capital, has transfixed the nation and fueled debates on governance failures.
Reports indicate the student vanished after attending classes, only to be found lifeless in an isolated spot. Post-mortem results are awaited, but preliminary findings hint at suspicious elements, prompting fears of assault or abduction.
RJD workers took to the streets in a massive show of solidarity, blocking key roads and clashing mildly with police. Party leaders addressed the crowd, lambasting the Nitish Kumar regime for ‘criminal inaction’ and vowing to pursue the matter in legislative assembly.
The call for CBI stems from past precedents where state probes allegedly faltered under political pressure. ‘Only an independent agency can deliver justice,’ asserted RJD MLA Subodh Roy, rallying support from allies in the Mahagathbandhan.
Public sentiment is boiling over, with viral videos of the protests garnering millions of views. Universities have seen spontaneous vigils, while parents’ groups demand enhanced safety protocols on campuses and public spaces.
The Bihar government, under fire, has directed a magisterial inquiry alongside police efforts. Yet, as tempers flare, the incident risks snowballing into a larger movement against perceived lawlessness. Stakeholders await clarity, hoping for accountability that restores faith in institutions.