Bihar's Economic Dilemma: Jobs vs. Pre-Poll Promises
Bihar is at a crossroads as it approaches crucial elections. With over 3 crore residents seeking jobs, the state struggles with high unemployment, especially among youth. Political promises for government jobs and cash transfers to women are on the table, but can Bihar afford these pre-poll sops? The state's finances are already strained, with 40% of its budget tied up in committed expenditures. As investments are needed to create jobs and reduce poverty, the question remains: can Bihar balance political promises with fiscal reality?
