JD(U) Aims for Agnipath Scheme Review and Push for Caste Census

KC Tyagi from Janata Dal (United) called for a review of the Agnipath scheme, citing voter resentment, and emphasized the importance of a caste census. He affirmed unconditional support for BJP yet highlighted the need for Bihar to receive special status post-bifurcation.

KC Tyagi, a key leader from BJP ally Janata Dal (United), called for a review of the Agnipath scheme, underscoring the discontent among voters. Tyagi emphasized the necessity of addressing the scheme's shortcomings.

He also stressed the importance of a caste census, noting it as a demand of the time. 'No party in the country has denied a caste census. Bihar has shown the way,' he remarked.

While affirming unconditional support for BJP within the National Democratic Alliance, Tyagi highlighted the pressing need for Bihar to be granted special status following its bifurcation, to resolve ongoing challenges.