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Tejashwi Slams Centre Over Bihar Flood Relief

Bihar faces flood crisis, Centre's response under fire. Tejashwi criticizes relief efforts.

Mumbai Alert · Politics Desk
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Politics Desk · Mumbai Alert News · Sun, 13 September 2026 at 03:55 pm
Tejashwi Slams Centre Over Bihar Flood Relief

Tejashwi Yadav, the leader of the opposition in Bihar, has strongly criticized the central government for its handling of the flood relief efforts in the state. He accused the Centre of giving Bihar 'stepmotherly treatment' in terms of providing aid and support to the flood-affected areas.

The floods in Bihar have caused widespread damage and displacement, with thousands of people affected. The state government has been working to provide relief and rehabilitation to the affected people, but Tejashwi claims that the Centre has not done enough to support these efforts.

Tejashwi's criticism comes at a time when the state is struggling to cope with the aftermath of the floods. The opposition leader has been vocal about the need for more support from the Centre, including financial assistance and deployment of additional resources.

The Centre has so far provided some assistance to the state, including financial aid and deployment of National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) teams. However, Tejashwi argues that this is not enough, given the scale of the disaster.

Bihar has been prone to floods in recent years, with the state's low-lying areas being particularly vulnerable. The state government has been working to improve its flood management systems, but the task is daunting, given the state's geography and climate.

The Centre's response to the floods has been under scrutiny, with many questioning whether enough is being done to support the affected states. Tejashwi's criticism is likely to add to the pressure on the Centre to do more to support Bihar and other flood-affected states.

The floods in Bihar are a reminder of the need for more effective disaster management systems in the country. The state and central governments need to work together to provide relief and rehabilitation to the affected people, and to take steps to prevent such disasters in the future.

In conclusion, the Centre's handling of the flood relief efforts in Bihar has come under fire from Tejashwi Yadav, who has accused the government of giving the state 'stepmotherly treatment'. The issue highlights the need for more effective cooperation between the state and central governments in responding to natural disasters.

Frequently asked questions

What is the current flood situation in Bihar?

The floods in Bihar have caused widespread damage and displacement, with thousands of people affected.

What aid has the Centre provided to Bihar so far?

The Centre has provided some financial aid and deployed National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) teams to support the relief efforts.

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