Politics

Bihar Assembly Elections 2025 brought double misfortune for Prashant Kishor’s Jan Suraj Party. On the night of the results, the party faced both a crushing electoral defeat and the untimely death of its candidate from the Tarari Assembly constituency, Chandrashekhar Singh. Candidate Suffers Heart Attack During CampaignChandrashekhar Singh suffered a heart attack on 31 October while campaigning in Tarari, Bhojpur district. He was immediately rushed to a hospital in Patna by his family and supporters. Despite receiving intensive treatment for 10 days, his condition deteriorated, and he passed away on the night of 14 November, leaving his family, supporters, and even political opponents deeply saddened. Widespread CondolencesThe sudden demise of Chandrashekhar Singh brought grief across...

Patna: Bihar’s political landscape witnessed a dramatic shift this election, as the NDA’s strategic focus on women and youth, coupled with strict law-and-order messaging and the Grand Alliance’s fragmented unity, tilted the scales decisively. In the end, the very tactics that the Grand Alliance, and particularly RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav, relied upon backfired spectacularly, resulting in a devastating defeat. Here’s how the Grand Alliance’s key five strategies misfired: 1. NDA’s “MY” Factor Outperformed RJD’sIn a repeat of previous electoral dynamics, the NDA leveraged its “MY” factor—focusing on Women and Youth—to counter the RJD’s “MY” (Muslim-Yadav) combination. The inclusion of Chirag Paswan’s faction, along with support from Jitan Ram Manjhi and Upendra Kushwaha, strengthened ND...

Patna: The 2025 Bihar Assembly election results not only reinforced NDA’s overwhelming victory but also confirmed that the “Tiger” is very much alive. Nitish Kumar decisively countered doubts about his health and political vigor, turning speculation into a landslide validated by the EVMs. Defying Bad Weather, Nitish Hits the Campaign TrailDuring the peak of election campaigning, a sudden spell of heavy rain on October 31 brought most political campaigns to a halt. Helicopters remained grounded, and many leaders stayed confined to their homes for two days. Yet, Nitish Kumar covered over 500 kilometers during the same period, reaching out to the public in person. Even amidst adverse weather, Nitish engaged with voters, visiting nearly two dozen constituencies and conducting roadshows. ...

Patna: The resounding victory of the NDA in Bihar’s 2025 assembly elections is set to have an impact far beyond the state, reaching the corridors of power in Delhi. While the win does not imply any immediate bargaining between Nitish Kumar and the BJP, it strengthens the NDA’s position in the Rajya Sabha, the upper house of Parliament. Assembly Results Affect Rajya Sabha MathBihar’s assembly election outcomes directly influence the distribution of the state’s Rajya Sabha seats. Bihar has 16 Rajya Sabha seats, of which the NDA currently holds 10, while the opposition controls six—five with the RJD and one with the Congress. Many of these members’ terms are due to end in April and July next year, making the assembly results critical for the upper house. Strengthened NDA Majority in Raj...

After 15 years, the Bihar Assembly elections of 2025 have witnessed a stunning repeat of the NDA’s dominance. The ruling coalition has decisively uprooted the Mahagathbandhan, with several senior leaders of the opposition struggling to protect their political legacy. Much credit is being attributed to Bihar’s female electorate, whose support proved crucial for Nitish Kumar and his allies, leaving the Mahagathbandhan scrambling to understand the outcome. NDA’s Triumph The early trends from the Election Commission indicate that the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) is leading on nearly 200 seats, well above the majority mark of 122. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has emerged as the single largest party, leading in 93 constituencies, marking a historic victory for the party in Bihar ...

Patna: Navbharat Times – 15 Nov 2025 The Bihar Assembly Election 2025 results have sent a clear message not only for the state but also at the national level. Despite narratives questioning Chief Minister Nitish Kumar’s leadership prior to the elections, the NDA’s landslide victory demonstrates the continued strength of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership. Under the combined efforts of all five NDA parties in Bihar, the alliance won 202 seats, with BJP emerging as the largest party and JDU securing the second position. Here’s what the results signify: 1. BJP Reclaims Momentum After Weak LS PerformanceThe BJP fought 101 seats and won 89, becoming the largest party in Bihar. The poor performance in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections is now a thing of the past. Bihar, along with Haryana...