Recent CCTV footage circulating from the Ranchi Assembly premises has sparked controversy, with some news channels suggesting a clandestine exchange involving a Congress leader and JMM MLA Babulal Marandi. The footage, dated December 10, 2025, around 11 AM, shows the two figures in a common area of the assembly, a space frequented by legislators, media, and administrative staff. The Congress leader has vehemently refuted claims that a pen drive was handed over, labeling the narrative as false and a malicious attempt to tarnish their reputation. They emphasized that the interaction was a public discussion concerning a newspaper report, a matter the leader intended to raise in the assembly themselves. The leader pointed out that the exchange occurred in a public corridor with constant movement of people and numerous CCTV cameras, making any clandestine activity highly improbable. The leader believes this is a targeted conspiracy by a specific lobby that has consistently attempted to obstruct their political journey and damage their image since they joined Congress. This lobby, they allege, has previously tried to form parallel outfits and disrupt mergers. Despite these alleged machinations, the leader asserted their unwavering commitment to raising issues for public welfare and serving as a voice for the people.
