Bihar Election Stir: Maithili Thakur's 'Makhana' Moment Sparks Cultural Row
Bihar election politics has been stirred by a controversy involving BJP nominee Maithili Thakur. The folk singer and politician sparked debate after her political rival, Vinod Mishra, criticized her for eating 'Makhana' while wearing the traditional 'Pag'. Meanwhile, Thakur has received international support from American singer Mary Jorie Millben ahead of the latest election polls. Thakur, contesting the Alinagar assembly constituency in Darbhanga district for the first time, found herself in hot water after Mishra publicly criticized her for enjoying a traditional snack while wearing the 'Pag', a symbol of Bihar's culture. The incident has sparked a political controversy, with critics accusing Thakur of disrespecting the cultural significance of the 'Pag'. In a surprising show of support, American singer Mary Jorie Millben extended her wishes to Thakur ahead of the elections. The two had last spoken in October 2025, demonstrating the international connections of Bihar's election candidates. Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan stepped in to calm the controversy, issuing a public apology for the incident and acknowledging the cultural importance of the 'Pag'. Despite the controversy, Thakur remains focused on her campaign promises. She has vowed to rename Alinagar as 'Sitanagar' if elected from the seat, aiming to leave her mark on the constituency. As the Bihar assembly elections approach, political watchers await further developments in this intriguing political drama.
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