*Patna, September 22, 2024* – Shocking allegations of widespread corruption have surfaced in Bihar, with government officials accused of siphoning off funds meant for the state’s most vulnerable populations. A viral video has emerged, exposing the alarming extent of bribery and malpractice within the Bihar government’s social welfare schemes.The video, which has sparked outrage on social media, shows a data entry operator in Rohtas district demanding a bribe of ₹400 from an elderly woman in exchange for processing her old-age pension. This incident has become a symbol of the rampant corruption that critics say has plagued Bihar’s administrative system under the leadership of Chief Minister Nitish Kumar and his government.Local residents and activists have condemned the Bihar government, accusing it of turning a blind eye to the greed of its officials. “The bureaucracy has become a breeding ground for corruption,” said one protester. “Money meant for the disabled, the infirm, the elderly, and widows is being stolen by the very officials who are supposed to help them.”Opposition leaders have seized upon this scandal, alleging that the Nitish Kumar-led government, in collaboration with the BJP, has allowed corruption to flourish unchecked. They argue that the situation has reached a point where even the most basic welfare services are being exploited by what they describe as “government vultures.”The growing criticism has led to calls for immediate action to hold corrupt officials accountable. As public outrage continues to build, many are questioning whether the government will take meaningful steps to address the deep-rooted corruption within its ranks.Nitish Kumar and his administration, however, have yet to issue an official response to the viral video or the accusations of rampant corruption. With elections looming, the scandal has added further fuel to the fire of public dissatisfaction in Bihar.