RJD MP Manoj Jha stated that the spot where Khemka was murdered is just two and a quarter kilometres away from the residence of CM Nitish Kumar, yet such an incident happened.
Gandhi attributed the state's deteriorating law and order situation to the ruling alliance, stating that Bihar has become "India's crime capital" under their watch.
He said that Gopal Khemka’s murder has sent shockwaves throughout Bihar and alleged that the brazen killing demonstrates complete breakdown of law and order in Bihar and suggests that criminals enjoy government protection.
The Khemka murder has sparked criticism of Nitish-government’s handling of law and order, not just from the opposition but also from its own coalition partners, who’ve voiced concerns about Patna's rising crime rate.
