Anant Singh Arrested in Mokama Murder Case Amid Bihar Election Chaos

Anant Kumar Singh, former Bihar MLA and Janata Dal (United) candidate, was arrested over a murder case involving a Jan Suraaj supporter during the Bihar election campaign. Despite his arrest, Singh expressed confidence in garnering public support. The incident has led to increased police investigation and political tensions in Mokama.

In a dramatic turn of events, Anant Kumar Singh, a former Bihar MLA and the Janata Dal (United) candidate from Mokama, has been apprehended in connection with the murder of Jan Suraaj supporter Dularchand Yadav. The arrest follows a violent altercation during the election campaign, underscoring the high stakes of the upcoming Bihar elections.

On October 30, chaos erupted in Mokama when Yadav was killed amidst campaign-related violence. Patna Senior Superintendent of Police Kartikeya Sharma reported the arrest of Singh and his associates, Manikant Thakur and Ranjeet Ram, who are now under judicial custody. Investigations reveal possible violations of the Model Code of Conduct.

Meanwhile, Jan Suraaj's candidate, Piyush Priyadarshi, emphasized the need for prompt action, expressing disappointment at the delayed arrests. As Mokama readies for the November 6 elections, tensions soar with major candidates from powerful political backgrounds, including Singh and Rashtriya Janata Dal's Veena Devi, vying for dominance.

(With inputs from agencies.)