Om Prakash Rajbhar Praises Mamata Banerjee, BJP Unhappy

• Om Prakash Rajbhar, SBSP President and minister in Yogi government, praised West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee.
• Rajbhar's statement comes amidst BJP's campaign against Mamata Banerjee, subtly targeting his ally.
• He supported Mamata in the BJP-TMC confrontation over an ED raid at the I-PAC office in West Bengal.
• Rajbhar highlighted Mamata's efficient leadership and distinct image as a Chief Minister, while also advising cooperation with ED.
• SBSP previously announced contesting 100+ seats in Bihar 2025 elections independently after not receiving NDA seats.

Why It Matters: NDA ally Om Prakash Rajbhar praised Mamata Banerjee, creating friction with BJP amidst ongoing political tensions.