In a combative mood, the chief minister made light of the contention that the JD (U) had a smaller support base than its erstwhile senior alliance partner, the Lalu Prasad-led RJD. .“The JD (U)’s support base is extensive, if not bigger. Mentioning the recent electoral results, Kumar made light of the mandate barb, saying that it was endorsement of the fact that the mandate also belonged to JD (U). It is for good governance, rule of law ,development with justice, zero tolerance against corruption, among others. “I don’t need patronage or preaching on secularism or the mandate as I am not the one to occupy a chair on someone’s charity.

Source: Hindustan Times August 19, 2017 15:45 UTC