Jharkhand News: Himanta Biswa Sarma Criticizes Jharkhand Police Raid, Claims Ruling Party’s Desperation Visible

Ranchi, November 16, 2024: In the midst of the ongoing election campaign for the Jharkhand Assembly elections, political tensions are rising as accusations between parties intensify. Himanta Biswa Sarma, BJP’s co-in-charge for Jharkhand, has come forward to question the recent actions of the Jharkhand Police, suggesting that they reflect the ruling party’s growing desperation and anxiety.

The Police Raid Incident

On the night of November 11, Jharkhand Police conducted a raid at the Sarala Birla School Guest House in Ranchi, where Union Home Minister Amit Shah was staying during his visit for election campaigning. Himanta Biswa Sarma criticized the timing of the raid, claiming it lacked a legitimate cause and was politically motivated.

In a post on social media, Himanta Biswa Sarma expressed his concern over the raid, stating that it demonstrated the ruling Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) party’s escalating unease. “Union Home Minister Amit Shah was staying at the guest house on November 11. The Jharkhand Police raided the premises without any solid reason,” he wrote, further emphasizing the increased anxiety of the state government ahead of the elections.

Himanta Biswa Sarma’s Appeal to Government Officials

Himanta Biswa Sarma urged government officials to remain within the boundaries of the law while executing their duties, stressing that the integrity of public service should not be compromised under political pressure. He appealed to the officers to uphold impartiality and avoid succumbing to external influences that could jeopardize their professional ethics.

“The law must be followed at all times,” Himanta Biswa Sarma continued. “I call upon all government officials to perform their duties with integrity, without yielding to unnecessary political pressure. It is crucial that they maintain fairness and honesty in their actions.”

Political Fallout and Criticism

The raid has sparked widespread controversy, with BJP leaders criticizing the actions of the state government. The party has called the raid a sign of the ruling party’s frustration as it struggles in the face of a competitive electoral battle.

Political analysts have noted that such incidents often fuel further polarization in the election season, as both sides accuse each other of using state machinery for electoral gain. While the JMM has remained silent on the accusations, the incident has certainly added to the political discourse surrounding the upcoming elections.

Himanta Biswa Sarma’s remarks have placed the spotlight back on the tension between the BJP and the ruling JMM, adding an additional layer of complexity to the high-stakes race for Jharkhand’s legislative assembly. With accusations flying between the two major parties, it remains to be seen how this issue will influence voter sentiment as election day approaches.