Bihar is grappling with a severe law and order crisis as a lawyer was shot dead in broad daylight in Patna, the third high-profile murder in a week. Jitendra Kumar was gunned down just 300 meters from a police station, highlighting the audacity of criminals. This incident follows the murders of prominent businessman Gopal Khemka and BJP leader Surendra Kewat, both of whom also succumbed to bullet wounds.

The escalating violence has sparked significant concern, especially with assembly elections mere months away. Opposition leader Tejashwi Yadav of the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) has vehemently criticized the Nitish Kumar government, dubbing the current situation a "jungle raj" – a term evocative of a lawless state.

Police are investigating the motives behind murders. The string of murders, occurring in quick succession, casts a long shadow over the state's security apparatus and is likely to become a major electoral issue. The public and political figures are demanding accountability and swift action to restore peace and order in Bihar.

Launching a scathing attack on the NDA government, RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav today condemned the murder of a BJP leader in Patna. Taking to X, Yadav demanded accountability, asking, "Is there anyone in the NDA government willing to listen to the truth or admit their mistakes?" He went on to criticize the "useless BJP deputy chief ministers" for their inaction and the "corrupt Bhunja-DK party" for their silence, also making a veiled reference to the Chief Minister's health.

Brushing aside the allegations of deteriorating law and order situation, Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary claimed there was no organised crime in the State, adding that "it is a bit difficult for the government to stop" murders stemming from personal disputes. “There is good governance in Bihar, there is no organised crime. If a murder is taking place due to some personal dispute, then it is a bit difficult for the government to stop it. But no organised crime will be allowed to take place in Bihar. This is clear,” Choudhary told. Bihar CM Nitish Kumar is yet to respond to the back-to-back murders.