Prime Minister Narendra Modi intensified his attack on the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD)-Congress alliance during a series of election rallies in Saharsa and Katihar, accusing the opposition parties of halting Bihar’s development, indulging in appeasement politics, and conspiring against each other for political survival. Speaking to large crowds in the Seemanchal region, Modi portrayed the NDA as a force of progress and governance, contrasting it with what he described as the “politics of destruction” under the RJD and Congress.
Congress and RJD Locked in Internal Feud, Says Modi
Modi began his address by targeting the uneasy alliance between the RJD and Congress, claiming that the two parties were bound not by shared vision but by desperation. He alleged that the Congress had “taken a contract” to destroy the RJD from within and that both parties were fighting for the same voter base.
“The Congress has taken a contract for sinking the RJD after being forced to announce the CM face at gunpoint. Both are disconnected from the ground. The people of Bihar, who have tasted development, will not allow them to return,” Modi declared.
He further ridiculed the opposition’s campaign posters, noting that RJD chief Lalu Prasad Yadav’s image was barely visible, and that Congress leaders were being deliberately sidelined.
“The man who was once chief minister now needs a binocular to find his picture on the posters. What sin has been committed that his own son cannot show his father’s face? Even Congress has been erased from posters,” Modi said.
According to the Prime Minister, this visual sidelining reflected deeper tensions. He claimed that Congress leaders no longer trusted RJD’s promises, passing questions about their joint manifesto to Tejashwi Yadav, whom Modi referred to as the “prince of jungle raj.”
“The RJD and Congress are at loggerheads, and after their defeat, their feud will take an ugly turn. Congress knows that if the RJD loses, it will seize the RJD’s vote bank. This tussle for survival is out in the open,” Modi said.
‘Appeasement Politics is Pushing Bihar Towards Danger’
Turning to national security and governance, the Prime Minister accused the RJD-Congress alliance of engaging in appeasement politics to win votes from “infiltrators,” arguing that such policies endangered Bihar’s social fabric and future generations.
“They are pushing Bihar towards danger by taking the sides of infiltrators. Should infiltrators be allowed free ration or medical aid? They are playing with the future of your children and daughters,” Modi said, urging voters to reject such politics.
He contrasted the alleged failures of past governments with the NDA’s record of infrastructure and development, highlighting achievements such as new highways, airports, and rail projects.
“Earlier, Katihar was considered a punishment posting for officers. Today, it has highways, and Purnea has an airport because you gave the NDA a chance,” he said.
‘NDA Means Vikas, RJD-Congress Means Vinash’
In one of his most emphatic lines, Modi declared:
“NDA ki pehchan vikas se hai, aur RJD-Congress ki pehchan vinash se hai — the NDA is identified with development, while RJD and Congress are identified with destruction.”
He cited welfare schemes such as the Mahila Rozgaar Yojana, under which 1.4 crore women received ₹10,000 each, as examples of the NDA’s pro-women governance.
“These people want to stop such aid. I appeal to every sister and daughter in Bihar to be cautious. The Jungle Raj people want to snatch away your rights,” he warned.
‘They Don’t Bow Before Ram or Bihar’s Heritage’
Continuing his critique, Modi accused opposition leaders of disrespecting India’s cultural traditions and avoiding association with sacred symbols of the country’s faith.
“The RJD and Congress leaders travel across the world but can’t find time to visit the Ram Temple in Ayodhya. If you have a problem with Lord Ram, at least bow your head to Nishad Raj, who represents devotion and humility. But they won’t go. They are ashamed,” he said in Saharsa.
He also claimed that the Congress deliberately insulted the Chhath festival in Bihar to weaken RJD’s appeal among traditional voters, calling it a “calculated political move.”
“Insult to Chhath reflects the mindset of the Congress’s royal family. They did it to damage RJD prospects. They are calling leaders who abuse Biharis to campaign here, hoping people will vent their anger at RJD. The Congress wants to finish RJD to occupy its space,” he said.
Development vs Neglect: Nalanda and Kosi Projects as Proof
To underline the difference between the NDA and the opposition, Modi cited major national and state-level infrastructure projects, notably the Nalanda University and Kosi Rail Mahasetu.
“When the Congress and RJD were in power, they promised a world-class university in Bihar but gave only ₹20 crore and then forgot about it. When you gave me the opportunity in 2014, we restored the glory of Nalanda University, allocating over ₹2,000 crore in 10 years. Today, students from over 21 countries study there,” he said.
Modi also referred to the Kosi Rail Mahasetu, whose foundation stone was laid in 2003 by Atal Bihari Vajpayee, but which was stalled when the Congress-led UPA came to power with RJD support.
“The RJD and Congress governments stopped Bihar’s projects out of arrogance and revenge. They stalled funding. But when the NDA came to power, we completed the Kosi Mahasetu in 2020,” he said.
Jungle Raj and Fear: Bihar’s Past vs Present
The Prime Minister revisited the RJD’s earlier tenure, which he labeled as the “era of jungle raj”, to remind voters of lawlessness, extortion, and fear that he said prevailed at the time.
“In their dictionary, you will find only words like katta (country-made pistol), cruelty, corruption, and bad governance. Our parents saw a time when even policemen were unsafe, and a brave DSP of Saharsa, Satyapal Singh, was killed by anti-social elements,” he recalled.
He credited Chief Minister Nitish Kumar’s governance for ending that period of chaos and bringing stability and economic growth.
“Nitish Kumar’s government ended jungle raj and brought good governance. Today, Bihar produces electric engines in Madhepura and is moving toward industrialization,” Modi said.
Future Vision: Linking Rivers, Empowering Farmers and Fishermen
Outlining the NDA’s developmental agenda, Modi said that Bihar was on the brink of becoming a major contributor to ‘Make in India’.
“The Kosi-Mechi river link project will be a game changer for the Seemanchal districts of Purnea, Katihar, Kishanganj, and Araria. It will provide irrigation to two lakh hectares of farmland, check migration, and bring prosperity,” he said.
He also highlighted initiatives for fishermen and farmers, including the creation of a dedicated Ministry for Fisheriesand the expansion of flood protection measures.
“We are committed to protecting the lives and livelihoods of those living by the rivers. Flood management and irrigation expansion will ensure stability and food security,” he said.
NDA’s Campaign Blitz: Modi, Shah, Yogi, and Nitish Lead the Charge
As the first phase of Bihar’s assembly elections approached its end, Modi’s rallies were part of an intense NDA campaign offensive across the state.
On Monday, the Prime Minister held four rallies and a roadshow, while Union Home Minister Amit Shah addressed meetings in Sitamarhi and Madhubani, and Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath spoke in Darbhanga, Muzaffarpur, and Siwan, also leading a roadshow in Patna. Chief Minister Nitish Kumar addressed gatherings in Bhagalpur.
Political observers described the coordinated outreach as a “virtual carpet bombing” in the final leg of the campaign, signaling the NDA’s determination to consolidate its momentum before the first phase of voting concludes on Tuesday.
Conclusion
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s fiery speeches in Bihar underscored the NDA’s twin narrative: projecting itself as the engine of progress while framing the RJD-Congress alliance as a relic of corruption, internal discord, and appeasement politics.
His message blended emotional appeals to Bihar’s cultural identity with sharp critiques of the opposition’s record on governance and development. By invoking success stories like Nalanda University and Kosi Mahasetu and promising new river-linking projects and welfare initiatives, Modi sought to remind voters that the NDA’s governance, unlike the “jungle raj” era, was synonymous with infrastructure, empowerment, and national pride.
As Bihar heads into the crucial first phase of polling, Modi’s warning that “Congress is out to sink RJD” encapsulates the NDA’s attempt to portray the opposition as self-destructive and divided—while presenting itself as the only stable, forward-looking choice for Bihar’s future.
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