In a move that has stirred political circles, Union Minister for Food Processing Industries Chirag Paswan met with Purnia MP Pappu Yadav. During his visit to Purnia on the night of September 30, 2024, Chirag Paswan paid tribute to Pappu Yadav's late father and expressed his condolences. He stated, "This is a tragic event, and I am deeply saddened by it." Paswan emphasized that he shares a long-standing personal and family relationship with Pappu Yadav.

The meeting has fueled political speculations, especially with the Bihar assembly elections scheduled for 2025. Although Paswan’s visit was primarily to offer condolences, political analysts are reading into the significance of the encounter, given the timing.

During his visit, Chirag Paswan reiterated his commitment to his mission "Bihar First, Bihari First," stating, "I am a Bihari, and my mission is to prioritize Bihar." He mentioned that in the coming months, significant developments in the industrial sector will be seen in Bihar, especially in the food processing industry. Paswan highlighted that the Prime Minister had entrusted him with the food processing ministry due to his consistent focus on setting up food processing plants in the state. He added that several major projects are nearing completion and will soon be operational.

This visit and meeting between Chirag Paswan and Pappu Yadav have sparked a wave of political activity in Bihar, as many are interpreting the meeting in light of the upcoming elections.