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Police Visit RJD Candidate's Patna Home Stirs Controversy Ahead of Bihar Polls
Police descended on the residence of RJD candidate Dr. Sanjeev Kumar in Patna late at night, triggering tensions as Bihar prepares for upcoming MLC elections. The candidate alleged the visit was part of efforts to interfere with the electoral process.
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Police arrived at the Patna home of RJD candidate Dr. Sanjeev Kumar during late night hours, drawing sharp criticism from the opposition party ahead of Bihar's MLC (Member of Legislative Council) elections. According to reports, authorities cited information about individuals attempting to reach the residence to influence the electoral process, though specific details remained unclear.
Dr. Kumar refused to open the gates of his residence when police arrived, and subsequently leveled allegations against the administration. The incident has raised concerns among RJD supporters about potential pre-election intimidation tactics, though police have not released official statements regarding the nature or purpose of the visit.
The episode adds to mounting tensions in Bihar as the state heads toward the upcoming MLC elections. Election authorities have intensified their presence across constituencies to prevent violations of the model code of conduct, though such nighttime police operations at candidates' residences have become a point of political contention.
The RJD has in recent weeks criticized what it characterizes as selective enforcement and administrative pressure against its candidates. The party's leadership is expected to lodge formal complaints with election officials regarding the incident at Dr. Kumar's residence.