BJP MLA Maithili Thakur, Father Accused Of Grabbing Village Deity's Land, Public Road In Bihar

Fresh controversy has surrounded BJP MLA and folk singer Maithili Thakur after villagers in Bihar's Darbhanga district accused her and her father, Ramesh Thakur, of encroaching upon land reserved for the village deity, a public road, a drainage channel and private properties. The allegations have prompted residents of Pokharbhinda Panchayat to approach the local administration, seeking an official land survey and an impartial investigation.

The disputed land is located in Pokharbhinda Panchayat under the Tardih administrative block. Villagers have alleged that a boundary wall being constructed by the MLA's family is obstructing a public passage and that several other community and private land parcels have been encroached upon.

The complaint has been submitted to the Circle Officer and also filed through the Bihar government's Sahyog portal. The administration has said both sides will be called to a Janata Darbar to present their versions before further action is considered.

Villagers Allege Encroachment On Gram Devta Land, Cremation Ground

At the centre of the dispute are allegations that Maithili Thakur and her father have occupied land dedicated to the 'Gram Devta' or village deity.

The villagers have also alleged encroachment upon a government road, a drainage channel, private land belonging to residents and a private cremation ground.

According to the complaint, construction of a boundary wall has obstructed a public thoroughfare, raising concerns over access and movement in the village.

Drainage Channel Allegedly Filled With Soil

The written application submitted to the Circle Officer also raises concerns over a drainage channel connected to a pond. Villagers allege that the channel has been filled with soil, which could disrupt the flow of water and create problems for drainage in the area.

Residents have sought a survey by a government-appointed surveyor to establish the boundaries and ownership status of the disputed plots. They have also demanded an impartial inquiry into all the alleged encroachments.

Several villagers, including Bhagwan Mishra, Santosh Kumar Singh and Ramday Devi, have filed complaints against the BJP MLA and her father.

Administration Calls Both Sides For Janata Darbar

Circle Officer Alok Kumar said both parties had been instructed to appear at a Janata Darbar, where they would be given an opportunity to present their respective positions.

He said further legal action would be considered after hearing both sides and examining the available facts.

Maithili Thakur and her family are currently away from the area, according to the information provided in the complaint.

The allegations have not yet been established, and the administration's inquiry is expected to examine the competing claims over the land. The outcome of the survey and hearing will determine what action, if any, follows.