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Jitan Ram Manjhi's Urgent Warning: Why Bihar's Progress Hangs in Balance

Union Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi has made an urgent appeal to Bihar voters to support the NDA alliance. He warned that any mistake in voting could derail the state's ongoing development progress. The minister highlighted how former Naxal-prone areas are now seeing transformative projects like riverbank developments. With the second phase covering 122 constituencies, this election will determine Bihar's political future.

Key Points: Jitan Ram Manjhi Urges Bihar Voters to Support NDA Development

  • Manjhi appeals for NDA support to maintain development momentum
  • Warns progress could halt if voters make wrong choice
  • Highlights transformation in former Naxal-prone areas
  • BJP's Shahnawaz Hussain echoes confidence in NDA victory
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'If we make mistake, progress will derail': Jitan Ram Manjhi urges Bihar voters to support NDA

Union Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi warns Bihar voters that progress will derail if NDA isn't supported in crucial assembly elections phase.

"If we make a mistake, the progress will derail, and all the developmental work will come to a halt - Jitan Ram Manjhi"

Patna, Nov 11

As the second phase of the Bihar Assembly elections continues, Union Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi, on Tuesday, appealed to the voters to support the NDA in order to maintain the momentum of growth.

Speaking to IANS, Manjhi said, “My appeal to the voters of Bihar is that just as there is a double-engine government here, all records of development are being broken and good work is happening, people should support the NDA to maintain this momentum. If we make a mistake, the progress will derail, and all the developmental work will come to a halt, leaving us nowhere. All the development process and progress will be halted,” adding further, "especially in our area, which was known as Naxal-prone, but today situations have changed, we are also talking about building Son River banks like the Marine Drive in Patna."

“So vote for us actively and make the voter turnout even higher than the first phase, which took place on November 6,” he added.

BJP leader Syed Shahnawaz Hussain echoed similar sentiments, highlighting the public’s enthusiasm and desire for continued progress. “The people of Bihar are voting in large numbers because they don’t want development to stop. I am fully confident that the NDA government will be formed again,” he said.

The second phase of voting in Bihar is being held across 122 constituencies spread over 20 districts, with polling scheduled from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. This phase is crucial as it will significantly influence which party or coalition forms the next government in the state.

Election authorities have established 45,399 polling stations to ensure smooth voting with heightened security measures at sensitive booths. Nearly 3.7 crore voters, including 1.95 crore men and 1.74 crore women, are eligible to cast their ballots in this phase.

The counting of votes for all 243 Assembly constituencies is scheduled for November 14, when the results will determine Bihar’s next government.

- IANS

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Priya S
While I appreciate the development work, I think we need to be careful about these claims. Many rural areas still lack basic facilities. The Marine Drive comparison sounds good but let's see actual implementation first.
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Ananya R
As someone from a Naxal-affected area, I can confirm the security situation has improved dramatically. But we need more than just security - jobs for youth and better healthcare facilities are equally important.
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Vikram M
The voter turnout numbers are impressive! 3.7 crore voters in this phase alone shows how seriously Biharis are taking their democratic duty. Hope everyone exercises their franchise wisely. 🇮🇳
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Sarah B
Interesting to see the development focus in Bihar elections. The Marine Drive project for Son River sounds ambitious. Hope it doesn't remain just an election promise like many infrastructure projects in India.
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Karthik V
Respectfully, I disagree with the "progress will derail" narrative. Bihar has seen governments change before and development continued. Democracy is about choices, not fear-mongering. Let voters decide based on actual work, not threats.

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