Chirag Paswan’s political moves are under scrutiny as the 2025 Bihar Assembly elections draw closer. His sharp criticism of the Nitish Kumar government’s handling of law and order, despite his party being a coalition partner, is generating debate. He has also expressed admiration for Prashant Kishor’s work in Bihar politics, signaling possible shifts in alliances.
While a central minister in the Modi government, Paswan is taking a different approach in Bihar. He’s targeting Nitish Kumar’s government at a time when elections are imminent. This begs the question: is he preparing to replicate his 2020 strategy? Paswan has voiced his dismay over the Nitish Kumar government’s perceived failure to maintain law and order, even suggesting that supporting the government is a burden. He’s committed to eradicating crime post-elections, raising expectations and causing a reaction within the ruling JD(U).
Simultaneously, Paswan is lauding Prashant Kishor’s role in Bihar, recognizing his commitment to the state. Kishor’s involvement with the Jan Suraaj party and his rallies across the state have raised his profile and could potentially influence the upcoming elections. The NDA faces internal discussions about seat-sharing, which may include the LJP, along with other allies like the HAM and RLSP. The 2020 elections saw the LJP significantly affect the JD(U)’s performance, and Paswan is likely aiming to leverage his position to secure a favorable outcome in the 2025 elections. He’s focused on Bihar, and there’s speculation about his potential role as a Chief Ministerial candidate, while also exploring options with Prashant Kishor, given the NDA’s dynamics.