New Delhi, Oct. 24 -- Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MLA Vinay Mishra launched a sharp attack on the BJP, accusing it of pretending affection for the Purvanchal community due to the upcoming Bihar elections. Addressing a press conference in Delhi, Mishra said, "For the BJP, Purvanchal is a compulsion, but Bihar elections are the priority."

He alleged that BJP leaders have a long history of disrespecting the Purvanchali community, citing several incidents: He said that BJP leaders have in the past disrupted Chhath Puja celebrations and even damaged Chhath Ghats.

Mishra said that sespite the Delhi Transport Minister being from the Purvanchali community, his photo was not included on DTC buses, reflecting discrimination. He further said that in 199...