Times of IndiaYesterday·3 min read·medium

Why death of tribal activist Nisha Bhagat has sparked row in Jharkhand

VIVEK DUBEY

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The alleged suicide of tribal activist Nisha Kumari Bhagat in Ranchi, Jharkhand, has ignited a political controversy, with opposition parties accusing the Hemant Soren-led government of failing to protect her from harassment. Bhagat's emotional Facebook Live video, detailing threats from land brokers and government associates, has led to demands for a CBI investigation and the Chief Minister's resignation. The ruling party, JMM, has countered by suggesting BJP members are involved in land mafias, while promising an impartial police inquiry.

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This incident highlights critical issues of land rights, protection of activists, governance accountability, and political tensions in Jharkhand, particularly impacting tribal communities.

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NEW DELHI: The death of tribal activist Nisha Kumari Bhagat, who allegedly died by suicide at her Ranchi residence on Friday, has triggered a political storm in Jharkhand. Opposition parties have accused the Hemant Soren-led government and police administration of failing to protect her despite repeated complaints of harassment. The controversy has intensified following an emotional Facebook Live broadcast in which Bhagat, visibly distressed and in tears, accused land brokers and people associated with the government of harassing her. She also alleged that her attempts to seek protection from the authorities had gone unanswered.In the nearly 11-minute video, which was viewed by thousands, Bhagat spoke about the threats she allegedly faced, apologised to her parents and expressed despair over her inability to fight the administration. Her death has prompted the BJP to demand a CBI investigation and chief minister Hemant Soren's resignation.

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