The security cover of several leaders in Bihar has been revised, with some receiving enhanced protection while others have seen a reduction. The security of BJP president Nitin Nabin, party’s Bihar unit chief Sanjay Saraogi and state Health Minister Mangal Pandey has been upgraded to Z-category security.
Union Minister and senior JDU leader Lalan Singh will also be under Z-category security cover.
Besides, RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav, who previously had Z-category protection, has had his security downgraded to Y+ category.
Security has been withdrawn for Congress leader Madan Mohan Jha, RJD leader and former Speaker Uday Narayan Choudhary and Congress state president Rajesh Ram.
Here's the difference between Z-category and Y/Y+ security cover
| Aspect | Z Category Security | Y+ (Y Plus) Category Security |
|---|---|---|
| Threat Level | High | Medium to High |
| Number of Security Personnel | Around 22 (4–6 NSG/CRPF commandos + police) | Around 10–11 (2–4 commandos/armed guards + police) |
| Commandos / Elite Force | 4–6 NSG or CRPF commandos (Black Cat Commandos) | CRPF or State Police armed guards; NSG commandos rarely or not at all |
| PSO (Personal Security Officers) | 3–5+ PSOs (24×7) | 2–3 PSOs |
| Vehicles & Facilities | Bulletproof vehicle, escort vehicles, round-the-clock cover | Regular armed guards, residential security, round-the-clock cover but at a lower level |
| Residential Security | 2–8 armed guards + PSOs | 1–2 armed guards + PSOs |
| Who Gets It | Top political leaders, high-risk individuals (e.g., Chief Ministers, senior leaders) | Medium-risk leaders, MLAs, junior leaders, or other individuals |
| Agencies Involved | Primarily CRPF/NSG + State Police | Primarily State Police + CRPF (occasionally) |
| Cost / Intensity | Very high (approx. ₹15–20 lakh per month) | Lower (below Y+ are Y and X categories) |
