Jan Suraaj party spokesperson Pavan Verma has made a serious allegation following the Bihar assembly election results, claiming that ₹14,000 crore in World Bank funds were diverted by the central government for election campaigning.
According to Verma, ₹10,000 was distributed to women voters in Bihar using money originally meant for development projects financed by the World Bank. This diversion of funds, which were intended for critical infrastructure and welfare schemes, allegedly influenced voter behavior during the polls in favor of the ruling NDA coalition.
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The party’s claim comes amid widespread criticism of the election process and accusations of misuse of government resources for political gains. Verma highlighted the ethical and legal concerns raised by such financial actions, emphasizing the strain on Bihar’s public funds and the impact on governance.
Jan Suraaj, led by Prashant Kishor, is still grappling with its significant defeat in the polls and has raised this issue as part of its post-election response. The party demands a detailed investigation into the matter, urging accountability from the government and election commission.
This allegation has triggered debates over the fairness and transparency of electoral funding in India.
The central government has not yet issued an official response. Meanwhile, the controversy intensifies discussions around electoral reforms and the protection of voter interests in Bihar and across the country.
