The upcoming Bihar elections are overshadowed by a brutal killing in Mokama, as the death of Dularchand Yadav fuels intense conspiracy theories. Yadav, a local strongman with past ties to political heavyweights Lalu Prasad Yadav and Nitish Kumar, was fatally run over during election campaigning in Patna district. While authorities have apprehended gangster-turned-politician Anant Singh, the narrative surrounding the murder remains deeply fractured. Whispers in Mokama suggest blame for the killing is being cast upon Anant Singh, Surajbhan Singh, and even Piyush Priyadarshi, the candidate Dularchand Yadav was actively supporting. The rapid spread of these conflicting theories outpaces the official investigation, leaving the truth obscured. Mokama itself is a constituency known for its intricate blend of politics and power, where influence is often wielded through more than just votes. Anant Singh is contesting on a JD(U) ticket, while the RJD has fielded Surajbhan Singh’s wife, Veena Devi, and Piyush Priyadarshi represents the Jan Suraaj party. Dularchand Yadav was a figure of significant authority in Mokama’s Tal area, commanding respect and loyalty. His support was crucial for the Jan Suraaj party due to his influence within the Yadav community. However, his life was tragically cut short on October 30th, with a postmortem revealing severe chest and lung injuries.
