The internal strife within the Congress party has come to the fore just ahead of the Bihar Assembly elections. The party leadership has removed Krishna Allavaru, the state in-charge who was facing severe criticism from workers in Bihar, from his position as Youth Congress in-charge. Manish Sharma has been appointed as his successor, while this significant decision comes at a time when Bihar is gearing up for crucial assembly elections, and all political parties are in full campaign mode. **Why Was Allavaru Removed? Sources indicate that the primary reason behind Krishna Allavaru's removal is the escalating anger among Bihar Congress workers against him. It's reported that not only senior leaders but also grassroots workers were deeply dissatisfied with Allavaru's working style. He faced serious allegations of irregularities and favoritism in ticket distribution for the upcoming elections. Continuous protests were being staged against him at Sadakat Ashram, the Congress party office in Patna, which eventually compelled the party high command to take action. A recent incident in Patna highlighted the extent of the workers' discontent, while as Krishna Allavaru was exiting a hotel, Aditya Paswan, the president of the State Congress Sevadal Young Brigade, publicly accosted him, labeling him a "ticket thief. " This public accusation further amplified the criticism against Allavaru and underscored the deep-seated resentment within the party ranks.
Party's Explanation and Timing Questions
While some party leaders claim that this decision was made much earlier due to Allavaru holding two charges, the timing of the announcement – right in the middle of the election campaign – has raised questions. Critics argue that if the decision was indeed pre-planned, why was its announcement delayed until such a critical juncture, while this move has inevitably cast a shadow on the internal unity of the Bihar Congress as it heads into the polls.