Controversy surrounds Bihar elections as Osama Sahab files his nomination and Amit Shah’s remarks on the late Shahabuddin ignite political outrage and sharp criticism across the state.
By Qalam Times News Network | Patna | October 18, 2025
Controversy took center stage in Bihar’s political landscape on Friday after Osama Sahab officially filed his nomination papers for the upcoming elections. The atmosphere quickly turned charged when Union Home Minister Amit Shah made a reference to the late Mohammad Shahabuddin during his campaign launch speech — a statement that has since triggered widespread backlash.
Political analysts and local leaders across party lines condemned Shah’s comment, describing it as insensitive and divisive. They argued that invoking the name of a deceased leader for electoral gain crosses a moral line and risks inflaming public sentiment. The controversy, they said, highlights a worrying trend of using emotional narratives to influence voters instead of addressing real issues.
Osama’s Camp Calls for Positive Politics on Controversy
Meanwhile, supporters of Osama Sahab responded with measured confidence, asserting that “the people of Bihar are no longer swayed by hollow rhetoric or polarizing politics.” They maintained that this election will be shaped by truth, accountability, and change — not by the politics of distraction or division.
