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National News: In Bihar, a new political storm has erupted after strategist-turned-politician Prashant Kishor accused minister Ashok Choudhary of buying land worth over ₹200 crore in just two years. Kishor made these charges during a press conference that grabbed attention across the state. The claim shook Nitish Kumar’s ruling party, JD(U), where Choudhary holds the Rural Works ministry. Opposition voices immediately demanded clarity and evidence, making the issue hotter in Bihar’s political theatre.
In response, Ashok Choudhary has taken a tough stand. Through his lawyer Kumar Anjaneya Shanu, he has issued a legal notice to Kishor. The notice asks Kishor either to present solid proof backing his allegations or to issue a written and spoken apology in public. If Kishor refuses, Choudhary has threatened to file a defamation suit seeking damages worth ₹100 crore. This confrontation is fast turning into one of Bihar’s most talked-about political controversies.
While addressing the media, Prashant Kishor didn’t stop at land allegations. He directly attacked Bihar’s saffron camp, saying its leaders are more corrupt than RJD chief Lalu Prasad. He added that RJD is out of power because of its own wrongdoings, but JD(U) leaders are no cleaner. These comments made the political atmosphere even more tense. Many believe Kishor is positioning himself as a whistleblower, though critics accuse him of exaggeration.
Choudhary claims his personal and political image has been badly damaged by Kishor’s statements. His notice states that Kishor has caused “serious injury” to his reputation. If a suitable reply is not given within a week, Choudhary will approach the court with a defamation case demanding huge compensation. Political experts say such a lawsuit can stretch for years, but even the threat itself carries weight in Bihar’s charged atmosphere.
Prashant Kishor has also widened his attack beyond Ashok Choudhary. He questioned how Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary claimed a D-Litt degree from California University without even passing class 10 exams. Kishor alleged that Samrat was once accused in a 1998 murder case but escaped due to being a minor. By raising such questions, Kishor is painting Bihar leaders as dishonest, pushing his Jan Suraaj Party agenda hard before elections.
This ongoing fight is not just a personal battle but a larger war of credibility. Ashok Choudhary, an influential JD(U) leader close to Nitish Kumar, cannot afford to let allegations stick. On the other hand, Kishor, known for his sharp political campaigns, is using these charges to show he stands against corruption. With elections approaching, such high-voltage clashes will likely shape voter moods and alliances across Bihar.
As the deadline on the legal notice approaches, Bihar’s political watchers are waiting to see what Kishor does next. Will he apologise, provide evidence, or face the courtroom? Social media debates are already on fire, with both sides trending daily. For now, this episode reflects how personal accusations and legal threats have become common weapons in Indian politics, and Bihar is once again at the centre of the storm.
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