During the Congress Working Committee (CWC) meeting in Patna, Rahul Gandhi stated that Bihar has been systematically neglected since independence. He held the policies of both central and state governments responsible for the backwardness in education, employment, and health.
CWC Meeting: During the Congress Working Committee (CWC) meeting in Patna, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi expressed serious concern over Bihar's political and social situation. He stated that the people of Bihar have consistently faced injustice since independence, and the state's development potential has been stifled by the policies of ruling parties.
Rahul Gandhi said at the meeting that the people of Bihar are hardworking and talented, yet the state lags in fundamental sectors such as education, employment, health, and industry. He attributed Bihar's neglect to both the central and state governments.
Bihar's Neglect and Planned Failures
Rahul Gandhi clarified that Bihar has been systematically neglected for years. He stated that despite the state's abundance of natural and human resources, Bihar is today counted among the most backward states in the country.
He also questioned how the policies of ruling parties have halted Bihar's development pace and crushed the state's potential. Rahul Gandhi claimed that Bihar's neglect is not merely a result of a lack of schemes but a weakness in political and administrative approach.
Concern over Education, Employment, and Health
At the meeting, Rahul Gandhi expressed concern over Bihar's situation in crucial sectors like education, employment, and health. He noted that the quality of education in the state is poor, youth are wandering in search of employment, and healthcare services are unsatisfactory.
He accused the central and state governments of focusing solely on the development of their close associates and families, while leaving the poor populace grappling with poverty and unemployment.
Farmers and Laborers Forced to Migrate
Rahul Gandhi also highlighted the plight of farmers and laborers in Bihar. He stated that these individuals are migrating out of compulsion, moving to cities and other states in search of employment. He alleged that the state government has taken no concrete steps in this regard, and the problems faced by the poor continue to worsen.
The Congress leader further pointed out that the people and resources of Bihar have the potential to elevate the country to new heights, but current policies and administrative decisions have pushed the state into a quagmire of backwardness.
Natural and Human Resources in Bihar
Rahul Gandhi stated that Bihar possesses immense natural resources. Its soil and labor can make significant contributions to the country. Furthermore, the state's youth power and talent can play a major role in the nation's development.
He assured that if the Congress forms the government, Bihar will receive its due justice, and the rights of the neglected people of the state will be ensured.
Questioning Central Policies
Rahul Gandhi not only questioned the policies of Bihar's governments but also those of the central government. He stated that the center's policies towards natural disasters like floods in various parts of the country have not been sufficiently effective. Additionally, he emphasized the necessity of a caste census to ensure fairness in social and economic policies.
Congress's Development Agenda in Bihar
Rahul Gandhi also clarified at the meeting that if the Congress government comes to power, special schemes for Bihar's development will be implemented. He stated that there would be improvements in the state's education, health, industry, and employment sectors, and the citizens of Bihar would receive their share and rights.
He emphasized that the people of Bihar are hardworking and talented, and if provided with the right direction and opportunities, the state can rank among the top states in the country.
