Former Bihar Chief Minister Rabri Devi vacated her official government residence at 10 Circular Road in Patna on Dec. 25 [1].
The move concludes a political standoff between the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader and the state government. The dispute centered on the occupancy of the high-profile residence and the government's demand for its return.
Devi cleared her belongings and left the premises after the Bihar government issued a formal notice and ultimatum [1], [2]. This directive required her to surrender the property, effectively ending her tenure at the address.
Prior to the departure, reports indicated a period of defiance where Devi said she would not vacate the government residence [2]. However, the issuance of the ultimatum shifted the dynamic, leading to her exit on Dec. 25 [1].
The residence at 10 Circular Road is a significant symbol of power in Patna. The government's insistence on the vacation of the property highlights the administration's push to reclaim official assets from former officeholders.
Local political circles have closely watched the encounter, as the tension between the RJD and the current state administration often manifests in such administrative disputes. The resolution of this specific housing matter removes one immediate point of friction between the two entities.
“Rabri Devi vacated her official government residence at 10 Circular Road in Patna on Dec. 25.”
The vacation of the residence signifies the state government's willingness to use formal administrative ultimatums to enforce housing rules for former officials. By successfully reclaiming 10 Circular Road, the current administration asserts its authority over the RJD, demonstrating that political stature does not grant permanent immunity from government property regulations.
