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Bihar Opposition Leader Accuses Centre of Neglecting Flood Crisis
The Leader of Opposition in Bihar has criticised the central government's response to severe flooding in the state, claiming that nearly 4.8 million people have been affected. The criticism comes as both state and central authorities face mounting pressure over their disaster management approach.
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Bihar's Leader of Opposition has launched a scathing attack on the central government's handling of the recent flood situation in the state, alleging that New Delhi is treating the region as a neglected territory despite the scale of the humanitarian crisis.
According to the opposition leader, over 48 lakh (4.8 million) residents across Bihar have been impacted by the recent floods, yet the response from both state and central authorities has been inadequate. The criticism centres on what the opposition characterises as a lack of serious commitment from the "double-engine" government—a reference to both the state and central administrations.
The opposition leader's remarks underscore growing frustration in Bihar over the coordination and resource allocation between state and central authorities during natural disasters. Flooding remains a recurrent challenge in the state, often affecting vast swathes of agricultural and residential areas, displacing communities and destroying livelihoods.
The accusation reflects broader concerns about disaster response mechanisms in eastern India, where states frequently grapple with inadequate central support during crisis situations. As relief operations continue, questions persist regarding the adequacy of resources deployed and the speed of governmental response to affected populations.