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Union Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi condemns MLA Anant Singh's alleged murder remarks
✍️ Amar Ujala · Bihar
🗓 17 Oct 2026, 03:32 PM
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Union Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi said the MLA's claim of committing murders to back Nitish Kumar was wrong and called for a probe.
Union Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi publicly rebuked statements made by Bihar MLA Anant Singh, who reportedly said that several murders were committed to support Chief Minister Nitish Kumar. Manjhi described the alleged remarks as unacceptable and contrary to democratic principles.
The minister emphasized that any claim of orchestrating or endorsing violent acts must be investigated thoroughly. He urged law‑enforcement agencies to launch a swift inquiry and take appropriate legal action against those responsible, if the allegations are substantiated.
Anant Singh's comments had sparked controversy in the state, prompting opposition parties and civil society groups to demand clarification. Manjhi's intervention seeks to reinforce the rule of law and deter any political rhetoric that glorifies violence.
The central government has not yet released details of any formal investigation, but Manjhi's statement signals a firm stance against the normalization of criminal behavior in political discourse.
The minister emphasized that any claim of orchestrating or endorsing violent acts must be investigated thoroughly. He urged law‑enforcement agencies to launch a swift inquiry and take appropriate legal action against those responsible, if the allegations are substantiated.
Anant Singh's comments had sparked controversy in the state, prompting opposition parties and civil society groups to demand clarification. Manjhi's intervention seeks to reinforce the rule of law and deter any political rhetoric that glorifies violence.
The central government has not yet released details of any formal investigation, but Manjhi's statement signals a firm stance against the normalization of criminal behavior in political discourse.