The Forbesganj airstrip in Araria, Bihar, carries history and politics together. Built during the 1962 India-China war under Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru, this semi-constructed airstrip once supported military movements. Today, it is set to become the stage for Amit Shah’s rally.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah will address BJP workers here, focusing on Seemanchal and Kosi regions. This area, with its sensitive border links and large Muslim population, has long been central to political debates over infiltration and security. His speech is expected to highlight issues like infiltration, border security, development, and employment.
The site also recalls dramatic events—like a Nepal Airlines hijacking that landed there. Now, Amit Shah’s presence connects its past with present-day politics. The BJP aims to strengthen its influence in Seemanchal, especially as AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi tours the same region.
With strict security arrangements and the border on high alert, this visit is not just a political meeting but also a message of power. For decades, locals have demanded reopening of the airstrip, and this rally may give it fresh political importance.
