The festivities kicked off with Holi celebrations among party workers, where Dhami conveyed warm wishes to Uttarakhand residents and fellow countrymen. He proudly noted the state’s accelerated growth trajectory, outpacing many peers.

Delving into Kumbh preparations, Dhami detailed the collaborative efforts of state machinery, Mela administration, and local officials. Every aspect—from infrastructure to logistics—is being fast-tracked for the massive influx of pilgrims.

Anticipation builds for Union Home Minister Amit Shah’s arrival on March 7, with comprehensive directives issued for impeccable arrangements. Priorities include ironclad security, streamlined transportation, spotless venues, reliable utilities, and top-notch medical facilities.

Holi, for Dhami, symbolizes unity and devotion. His X post called for collective resolve to eliminate vices and propel the nation forward with harmony and optimism, setting a spirited tone for the Kumbh and beyond.

In a candid media interaction, Yadav lamented, ‘Law and order in Bihar is nonexistent—criminals grow bolder by the day.’ He detailed a horrifying pattern: routine killings, sexual assaults, and brazen firings that expose governmental paralysis. ‘Two Deputy CMs, yet zero accountability. The state has surrendered to lawlessness,’ he charged.

Yadav didn’t spare Nitish Kumar, mocking his weakened condition as the root of administrative blindness. With the Home portfolio ceded to BJP allies, the CM remains oblivious to ground realities, according to the opposition stalwart.

Dismissing tall claims of crime eradication by NDA partners, Yadav called for introspection. He waved off Amit Shah’s regional tour as a Bengal-centric ploy, disconnected from Bihar’s turmoil.

This verbal salvo comes amid mounting public frustration with frequent high-profile crimes, positioning Tejashwi as a vocal champion for restoration of order. As Bihar inches toward electoral battles, such confrontations could reshape the political landscape, forcing the ruling alliance to defend its record on public safety.

According to official updates, the militants’ bodies are yet to be retrieved amid continuing firefights in the forested hills. The operation showcases the seamless integration of technology and tactical prowess, with drones playing a starring role in locating the terror hideout inside a cave.

Once the positions were confirmed, a multi-agency cordon was rapidly enforced, leaving no room for the terrorists to slip away. The forces’ measured response has prevented any collateral damage while maximizing pressure on the hiding militants.

With intelligence suggesting additional terrorists in the area, the operation proceeds with utmost caution. Civilians in surrounding hamlets have been urged to stay put, ensuring their safety as troops comb the terrain.

This encounter highlights the growing challenge of terrorist modules in Udhampur, Kathua, Rajouri, Poonch, and Doda. It comes in the wake of directives from a January 8 security conclave led by Home Minister Amit Shah, who ordered the swift neutralization of cross-border infiltrators—predominantly Pakistani—and robust LoC monitoring.

Shah’s upcoming three-day tour from February 5 will include border inspections and a Jammu-based security huddle, signaling the Centre’s intensified focus. Forces affirm complete operational dominance, ready for any escalation.

In a media interaction, Ghosh was categorical: ‘No comments on the high court order, but the land in question has already been handed over by the state. BSF is present everywhere in those zones, with jurisdiction extending 50 km from the border. There’s zero evidence to the contrary.’

He challenged the infiltration narrative head-on. ‘With BSF in control, how do infiltrators slip through? This falls squarely on BSF, not state police.’ Labeling the force’s stance as confusing, he reiterated, ‘State gave the land already. This is pure politicking, harmful to national interest.’

Ghosh didn’t spare the BJP during discussions on Amit Shah’s Bengal tour. ‘BJP bigwigs descend during elections, promise the moon, then disappear. PM Modi flies in, delivers scripted speeches via teleprompter, and jets off—zero lasting effect on ground realities.’

Dismissing Sandeshkhali (SIR) controversies as misinformation campaigns, he said, ‘The public sees through these tactics. They recognize who is driving Bengal’s progress, and BJP won’t earn their faith.’

On the RG Kar case parents’ allegations of election offers from TMC, Ghosh refuted firmly: ‘No contact from our side. Others are forcing false statements from them.’

This exchange underscores deepening divides on security and governance in Bengal, where court interventions are fueling partisan slugfests between ruling TMC and opposition BJP.

Detailing BJP’s control dynamics, Juli noted how a duo dominates decisions, selecting puppets to maintain grip. The real flashpoint: Rajasthan’s voter list overhaul. Pre-Amit Shah’s tour, processes ran seamlessly—verifications done, drafts published, objections invited. Then, deletion pleas surged suspiciously.

Juli handled 25,000 such forms himself, spotting rampant fake signatures. ‘This reeks of foul play,’ he said, calling for Election Commission and Supreme Court intervention to trace origins and punish culprits. He rechristened the exercise ‘Congress Voter Removal’ (CVR), drawing parallels to Bihar’s uproar.

Proactive measures in Rajasthan—deploying Booth Level Agents (BLAs) per state chief’s directive—ensured glitch-free rollout initially. Yet, Juli decries BJP’s evasion on pressing matters: Bhiwadi’s pollution crisis, Delhi’s disarray, Yamuna’s post-election filth return, and Aravalli deforestation nods despite Alwar MPs.

‘Why no word on these? Eyes fixed on Bengal victory,’ he quipped. Urging PM to tackle Bangladesh Hindu atrocities over Bengal barbs, Juli affirmed Congress’s robust opposition stance. ‘Mamata’s retorts will cost them dear,’ he forecasted, underscoring resilience against tampering.