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Minister Chirag Paswan Calls for Resignation of Jitan Ram Manjhi and Son over Reservation Review
✍️ Amar Ujala · Bihar
🗓 29 Aug 2026, 04:37 PM
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Union Minister Chirag Paswan has publicly demanded the resignation of Bihar minister Jitan Ram Manjhi and his son, citing their stance on the ongoing reservation review.
Union Minister Chirag Paswan escalated the controversy surrounding the government's reservation review by directly demanding that Bihar minister Jitan Ram Manjhi and his son step down. Paswan, who heads the Ministry of Steel and has been vocal on reservation issues, said the duo's position undermines the government's reform agenda.
The demand was made during a press interaction in New Delhi, where Paswan accused Manjhi of using his ministerial influence to shield his son from scrutiny. He added that any deviation from the central government's policy on caste-based reservations would be unacceptable.
Manjhi, a senior leader of the Janata Dal (United) and a key ally in the NDA coalition, has not yet responded publicly. The call for resignation adds pressure on the coalition, which is already navigating dissent over the reservation debate.
Political analysts note that Paswan's move could test the cohesion of the NDA, especially in Bihar where both leaders command significant support bases. The outcome may influence how the reservation reforms are implemented at the national level.
The Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions has not issued an official statement regarding Paswan's demand, and the matter remains under close observation in parliamentary circles.
The demand was made during a press interaction in New Delhi, where Paswan accused Manjhi of using his ministerial influence to shield his son from scrutiny. He added that any deviation from the central government's policy on caste-based reservations would be unacceptable.
Manjhi, a senior leader of the Janata Dal (United) and a key ally in the NDA coalition, has not yet responded publicly. The call for resignation adds pressure on the coalition, which is already navigating dissent over the reservation debate.
Political analysts note that Paswan's move could test the cohesion of the NDA, especially in Bihar where both leaders command significant support bases. The outcome may influence how the reservation reforms are implemented at the national level.
The Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions has not issued an official statement regarding Paswan's demand, and the matter remains under close observation in parliamentary circles.