Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader Tejashwi Yadav has promised to implement a “100% domicile policy” in Bihar if his party secures victory in the upcoming assembly elections later this year.Speaking at a ‘Yuva Panchayat’ (youth conclave), the former deputy chief minister outlined a series of commitments aimed at addressing the aspirations of Bihar’s youth, particularly regarding government employment.
“Should there be a domicile policy in Bihar?” Yadav asked the gathering, receiving an overwhelming endorsement. “We will introduce 100% domicile to protect the interests of the state’s youth,” he said, as reported by PTI.
Read more: Bihar elections: Rift between RJD and Congress over Tejashwi Yadav as Mahagathbandhan’s CM faceYadav acknowledged that similar efforts in neighbouring Jharkhand had faced legal hurdles but claimed to have found a viable solution. “Attempts to implement this policy in Jharkhand failed due to technical reasons. However, after consulting legal experts, we have identified a way forward,” he stated.Criticism of Nitish Kumar and BJPTargeting Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, Yadav remarked that the 74-year-old leader was “tired and should retire.” He also accused the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Kumar’s ally, of undermining the reservation system. “The BJP eats up reservations (aarakshan khor) just like we have man-eaters (aadam khor),” he alleged.Expressing confidence in the RJD-led Mahagathbandhan’s electoral prospects, Yadav announced plans to establish a Youth Commission (Yuva Ayog) to address employment and other concerns among young people. “Necessary approvals will be granted in our first cabinet meeting,” he assured.Read more: Nitish govt offers jobs other sops for women in its last Budget ahead of Bihar electionsJob recruitment, exam fee waivers, and travel assistanceYadav credited his party for accelerating recruitment in government departments. “The hiring process gained momentum when we were in power. With a full majority, we will do even more,” he asserted.Promising relief for students and job seekers, he declared that fees for competitive exam applications would be waived, and candidates’ travel expenses for reaching exam centres would be covered by the government.Read more: Ex-Bihar CM Rabri Devi stages protest demanding free power, cheaper gas, social security for women”We will eliminate the fee required to obtain examination forms and bear the travel costs of candidates who often have to travel long distances,” he announced, drawing applause from the audience.Commitment to reservations and youth representationYadav also pledged to restore increased quotas for deprived castes, which were struck down by the Patna High Court.Highlighting RJD’s appeal among young voters, he claimed that his party has the “highest number of young MPs and MLAs”, making it best suited to address Bihar’s youth aspirations.Slamming the Nitish Kumar-led government’s handling of education and employment issues, he said, “Bihar does not deserve a government that is anti-youth, fails to prevent question paper leaks, and suppresses genuine protests with police crackdowns.”Read more: Land for jobs scam: Delhi Court summons Lalu Yadav, sons Tejashwi and Tej Pratap
