Patna: Tensions within the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) escalated following the Bihar election results, as former Union Minister RK Singh was suspended from the party. The official notice cited Singh’s repeated controversial statements and actions that allegedly harmed the BJP. In the lead-up to the elections, Singh had publicly criticized the NDA leadership, various candidates, and the Bihar government, claiming that individuals with criminal backgrounds held significant positions within the alliance. In reaction to his suspension, RK Singh expressed his anger and frustration publicly. He shared on social media that he was asked to justify why he should not be expelled from the party entirely. Singh questioned the absence of specific accusations regarding his alleged anti-party actions in the notice.
He emphasized that he only opposed granting election tickets to candidates with criminal records, arguing that speaking out against such practices is not disloyalty. He asserted that permitting criminals in politics damages the party, the electorate, and the nation. Singh further alleged that his critiques of corrupt and criminal elements in politics displeased some party leaders. He claimed that rather than addressing the fundamental issues, the party leadership opted to silence him. Singh stated that this action undermines the BJP’s credibility during a time when public confidence in politics is already tenuous. He indicated that he had submitted his resignation to the party, signaling his refusal to retreat or seek reconciliation.
This incident follows weeks of vigorous campaigning by RK Singh, during which he consistently condemned certain NDA candidates. In one of his notable statements, he advised voters that “it is better to drown in a small puddle than to vote for such people.” This remark elicited strong reactions within the BJP and throughout the state. While his supporters commended him for addressing the issue of criminalization in politics, detractors accused him of undermining the party during a critical election period. His suspension has further fueled discussions regarding internal discipline, political accountability, and candidate selection in Bihar politics.