Ziradei Ground Report: Rajendra Prasad’s Village Still Awaits Basic Facilities

This ground report from Ziradei village in Siwan district, Bihar reveals the sharp contrast between political promises and ground realities. Ziradei holds immense historical value as the birthplace of India’s first President, Dr. Rajendra Prasad, yet its people continue to live without the most basic facilities.

The journalist interacts directly with the women of the village, whose voices highlight daily struggles. The absence of toilets forces women to go out in the open, compromising both dignity and safety. Healthcare is another pressing concern the local government hospital has been shut for years, leaving villagers to travel long distances for even minor illnesses or childbirth. For poor families, the cost of medicines from private clinics is a heavy burden.

Employment opportunities are scarce, pushing most men to migrate to Gujarat and other states in search of work. Farming and daily wage labor cannot sustain households, leading to fractured families and economic distress. While government schemes like pensions and small subsidies do reach villagers, women say these benefits are not enough to change their lives in any meaningful way.

As Bihar Election 2025 approaches, the struggles of Ziradei’s women expose the gaps in governance and development policies. They form a significant vote bank, yet their basic demands for toilets, functioning hospitals, and sustainable jobs remain unanswered.