In a major development from Bihar, Neeraj Kumar, the Janata Dal (United) candidate from the Patna Graduates constituency, has suffered a heart attack and been admitted to the intensive care unit at Medanta Hospital in Patna. Medical professionals are currently providing treatment at the facility. According to available details, he has a history of cardiac issues, and late Monday night, after experiencing a sudden heart-related complication, he was rushed to the hospital. Neeraj Kumar has previously served as a member of the legislative council for three terms.
Political friction and clash with MLA Anant Singh
The health emergency unfolds amid an intense political tussle surrounding the ongoing elections for the Patna Graduate constituency. An open dispute has emerged between JDU candidate Neeraj Kumar and party MLA Anant Singh. Recently, Neeraj Kumar had asserted in a public remark that he is not someone who gets scared, but rather someone who stands firm. This internal friction has brought to light deep-seated political rivalries within the ruling party ranks.
Anant Singh backs Jan Suraaj candidate
A notable aspect of the ongoing election dynamic is that JDU MLA Anant Singh is not supporting the party official nominee. Instead, he has been actively campaigning in favor of Jan Suraaj candidate Dr. Anuj Singh for this seat. Throughout the campaign trail, the MLA has openly expressed his displeasure regarding Neeraj Kumar on multiple occasions, further widening the gulf between the two political figures.
Lलन Singh failed mediation efforts
In an attempt to bridge the gap and resolve the differences between Neeraj Kumar and MLA Anant Singh, senior JDU leader and Union Minister Lalan Singh stepped in to mediate the dispute. Despite efforts by the senior leadership to broker peace, Anant Singh refused to alter his stance. Rather than standing behind the party candidate, he chose to continue his active campaign supporting the rival Jan Suraaj contender.
Deep-rooted political rivalry
The growing bitterness between the two leaders is attributed to long-standing political tensions and lingering resentment stemming from mutual opposition during the assembly elections. Although Neeraj Kumar has generally avoided taking direct names while targeting his political adversaries in statements, the underlying friction has remained an open secret. As medical teams attend to his health in the hospital, political circles in the state continue to monitor the situation closely.
