The Voter Rights Yatra, organized by the Mahagathbandhan (Grand Alliance) in Bihar, continued its journey on its 12th day. Rahul Gandhi, accompanied by Tejashwi Yadav and Pappu Yadav, offered prayers at the Janaki Temple in Sitamarhi. Gandhi had previously expressed his desire to visit the temple, but initial security concerns had led to the denial of permission. After adjustments to the route, the visit was approved.
Following considerable efforts, the visit to the Janaki Temple by Rahul Gandhi and Tejashwi Yadav was arranged. Initially, the administration cited security reasons for not allowing the visit. Priyanka Gandhi had also planned to visit the temple but returned to Delhi due to unresolved route issues. However, Rahul Gandhi and Tejashwi Yadav visited the temple early in the morning and offered prayers.
Krishna Allaveru, the Bihar in-charge for the Congress, stated that they respect all religions and their deities, emphasizing the good aspects of each faith and a commitment to not spread hatred. Rajesh Ram, the Bihar Congress President, expressed wishes for blessings upon all, seeking the welfare of the people and the progress of the country and the state of Bihar.
The Voter Rights Yatra commenced on August 17th in Sasaram. The yatra includes Rahul Gandhi, RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav, Dipankar Bhattacharya of CPI(ML), Mukesh Sahni of VIP, and other leaders from the Mahagathbandhan. On Wednesday, Rahul Gandhi’s Voter Rights Yatra reached Sitamarhi from Muzaffarpur.