Bizman Gopal Khemka murder rocks Bihar ahead of polls; echoes of 2018 son’s killing return

Following the murder of businessman Gopal Khemka near Gandhi Maidan, CM Nitish Kumar convened an emergency meeting, emphasizing the rule of law. The opposition criticized the government, citing deteriorating law and order. Deputy CM Vijay Kumar Sinha assured swift arrests and potential encounters. DGP Vinay Kumar revealed Khemka’s prior security detail was withdrawn in April.