Patna, February 5: Leaders from the JD(U) and BJP have responded strongly to controversial remarks made by Tamil Nadu Minister M.R.K. Panneerselvam regarding people from North India.
In a conversation in Patna, JD(U) leader Neeraj Kumar suggested that Panneerselvam needs a “Ganga water injection” to improve his intellect. He stated, “It would be beneficial for him to receive this treatment. With elections approaching in Tamil Nadu, he has nothing left to say to the public and is resorting to insulting North Indians. I want to offer him this water injection free of charge to help clear his mind. We will also propose to the Medical Council of India that such individuals require evaluation.”
JD(U) leader Khalid Anwar remarked that some individuals from the South target the North to elevate their political status. He emphasized that if people from Bihar do not migrate, it would be challenging to sustain basic livelihoods there. “The country should not be weakened,” he added.
Bihar government minister Lakheinder Paswan stated that those who do not understand Bihar’s culture, history, and society often make such statements.
BJP leader Sanjay Mayukh criticized the language used by the Tamil Nadu minister against the people of Bihar, calling it not only objectionable but also an insult to the entire state and its citizens.
Regarding Union Minister J.P. Nadda’s comment about Rahul Gandhi being an “innocent child,” Mayukh agreed, stating that Gandhi’s behavior warrants such a description. He pointed out that Gandhi often makes baseless accusations and lacks understanding of parliamentary matters.
Mayukh also addressed Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee‘s stance on illegal immigrants, asserting that they will not be allowed to reside in India and that only Indian citizens will remain on the voter list.
In response to former Chief Minister Rabri Devi’s comments on the NEET issue, Mayukh expressed confidence in Chief Minister Nitish Kumar’s leadership, asserting that the people of Bihar trust his governance. He noted that major agencies are investigating the matter and that no wrongdoers will be spared.