Union Minister Chirag Paswan didn’t mince words when he criticized Additional Director General of Police Kundan Krishnan’s recent statement linking rising crime rates in Bihar to farmers. Paswan called the remarks “pointless” and accused the administration of deflecting responsibility instead of addressing the issue head-on.
Speaking to ANI, Paswan argued that blaming farmers—the very people who feed the nation—was unacceptable. “Such statements are pointless,” he said. “This kind of comment seems like an attempt to sweep things under the rug.” He emphasized that the administration must own up to its duty to maintain law and order rather than shifting blame.
Paswan stressed that every crime, no matter how isolated, reflects poorly on the state government’s ability to ensure safety. He cited the recent murder at Paras Hospital as an example, calling it unjustifiable. “If even a single incident happens, the administration must take responsibility,” he said. “The state government needs to instill a sense of security in Bihar’s people.”
The ADG’s controversial claim suggested that murder cases spike between April and June because farmers are idle during this period. Paswan dismissed this reasoning, insisting that crime prevention lies squarely with law enforcement, not seasonal labor trends.
The minister also weighed in on the arrest of former Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel’s son in connection with a liquor scam. Paswan maintained that investigations should proceed without prejudice. “If something is wrong, it will come to light,” he said. “But if there’s no wrongdoing, there’s nothing to fear.”
The remarks come amid growing scrutiny of Bihar’s law and order under the current government. With public concern over safety mounting, Paswan’s critique underscores the pressure on officials to act decisively. Meanwhile, the ADG’s comments have sparked debate about whether authorities are more focused on excuses than solutions.
