Amidst the anticipation surrounding the Bihar assembly elections, political parties are actively preparing for the upcoming contest between the NDA and the India alliance. The movement of leaders between the two alliances is already underway. Notably, leaders from the BJP and other parties joined the RJD on Tuesday. Former minister Chhedi Ram and a former CRPF officer were among those who joined the Congress. Here’s a summary of the key political developments in Bihar.
Tej Pratap Yadav’s party saw the inclusion of several individuals from diverse backgrounds. They joined his party at a meeting held at Tej Pratap Yadav’s official residence in the capital.
Another party has decided to participate in this year’s assembly elections in Bihar. The Prautishta Bloc, India (PBI) announced its first candidate during a press conference in the capital on Tuesday, naming Professor Mahendra Pratap Singh to run for the Kumhrar constituency. The party is following a phased process to select candidates committed to ethical and social development, and harmony for all seats in the Bihar Legislative Assembly.
An event was organized at the Karpoori Auditorium of the RJD’s state office on Tuesday. BJP leaders, along with numerous supporters from various parties, joined the RJD. The event was led by RJD state president Mangni Lal Mandal and facilitated by state general secretary Ranvijay Sahu.
Former minister Chhedi Ram joined the Congress. At a program held on Tuesday at the Pradesh Congress headquarters, Chhedi Ram, along with numerous supporters and public representatives, became members of the Congress. His son, Rakesh Kumar Ram, also joined the party. Chhedi Ram emphasized that the Congress is the true party for Dalits and the underprivileged. Rajesh Ram, the Pradesh Congress President, acknowledged that people from all segments of society have experienced all political parties and now believe that the Congress gives appropriate representation in power to all groups. Chhedhi Ram’s experience is expected to benefit the Congress.
The Rashtriya Lok Janshakti Party has made a significant claim regarding the party of Union Minister Chirag Paswan, stating that a major split is imminent. During a press conference in the capital, National Spokesperson Shravan Kumar Agarwal criticized Chirag Paswan and his party.
Agarwal predicted a substantial split in Chirag Paswan’s party, with increasing numbers resigning from the party. He alleged a growing exodus from Chirag’s party, with dedicated workers joining the Rashtriya Lok Janshakti Party. He also claimed that many leaders from Chirag’s party are seeking to join their party. Furthermore, he stated that 129 leaders from Chirag’s party resigned en masse on Sunday, making serious allegations against Chirag’s party MPs.
Agarwal accused Chirag Paswan of making baseless accusations and being dictatorial. He pointed to earlier splits in the party caused by Chirag’s conduct.
The CPI(ML), a constituent of the Mahagathbandhan, asserts that withholding information from the public and other political parties is detrimental to the democratic process. A meeting of the CPI(ML) Central Committee commenced in Patna on Tuesday. Central Committee members from various states attended. The meeting discussed the SIR process in Bihar and its results. The party expressed deep concern, claiming that the Election Commission has not acknowledged serious complaints filed by them.
On Tuesday, at the Pradesh Congress headquarters, Sadaqat Ashram, several individuals, including a former CRPF officer and social activists, joined the Congress, inspired by its ideology. The Pradesh Congress President welcomed these social workers, highlighting the Congress’s role in promoting unity, social justice, and inclusive development, and acknowledging that their experience will benefit the party.