Bihar politics
Muslim Representation in Bihar Politics: Owaisi Questions Mahagathbandhan's Deputy CM Choice
Oct 25, 2025 09:17 pm CST
Asaduddin Owaisi's AIMIM challenges the Mahagathbandhan coalition for overlooking Muslim representation in Bihar's leadership, despite Muslims comprising 18% of the electorate. While contesting 32 seats primarily in Seemanchal and Mithilanchal regions, AIMIM questions why Mukesh Sahani from the smaller Nishad-Mallah-Sahani community was selected as deputy CM candidate. Tejashwi Yadav remains unfazed by this challenge, supported by historical voting patterns and AIMIM's limited influence outside Muslim-majority constituencies. The political dynamics highlight complex questions about representation, polarization, and strategic electoral calculations ahead of Bihar's 2025 elections.
Tej Pratap Yadav Refuses RJD Return, Claims "Death Before Dishonor" in Bihar Election Battle
Oct 25, 2025 09:23 am CST
Former Bihar minister Tej Pratap Yadav has firmly rejected any possibility of returning to RJD after being expelled by his father Lalu Prasad. Now leading his own Janshakti Janta Dal party and contesting from Mahua constituency, Yadav emphasizes principles over power while dismissing his brother Tejashwi's chief ministerial candidacy, stating that only "people's blessings" determine who holds power in Bihar's increasingly complex political landscape.
Tejashwi Yadav Claims Nitish Kumar Will Be Sidelined If NDA Wins Bihar Elections, Promises Corruption-Free Government
Oct 24, 2025 11:14 pm CST
RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav claims that Nitish Kumar will not become Chief Minister even if NDA wins the upcoming Bihar elections, asserting the state remains poor despite 20 years of JD(U)-NDA rule. As the INDIA bloc's CM candidate, Yadav promises to deliver a corruption-free government, employment opportunities, and significant development within 20 months that NDA couldn't achieve in 20 years, challenging BJP's control over Bihar politics.
Political Drama in Patna: How Mukesh Sahani Secured Deputy CM Position in Bihar's Mahagathbandhan Alliance
Oct 23, 2025 06:30 pm CST
A behind-the-scenes look at how Vikassheel Insaan Party leader Mukesh Sahani strategically leveraged his influence to secure the Deputy Chief Minister candidacy alongside Tejashwi Yadav in Bihar's opposition alliance, transforming a routine announcement into significant political drama at Patna's Hotel Maurya. This tactical move highlights the importance of caste calculations in Bihar's electoral politics ahead of the 2025 Assembly elections.
BJP's Strategic Campaign to Retain Migrant Voters During Bihar Assembly Elections
Oct 23, 2025 03:34 pm CST
The BJP has launched an extensive door-to-door campaign targeting Bihar's 4.8 million migrant workers returning home for Chhath Puja, encouraging them to extend their stay to vote in the upcoming November Assembly elections. Party workers are negotiating with employers and organizing transportation to facilitate voter participation in key migration-heavy districts like East Champaran, Patna, and Siwan.
Nitish Kumar Criticizes RJD Alliance: "Joined Due to Circumstances" While Highlighting Women's Empowerment Initiatives in Bihar
Oct 22, 2025 09:21 am CST
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has publicly distanced himself from his former RJD alliance, stating it was formed only due to circumstances while highlighting his government's achievements in women's empowerment. During an election rally in Muzaffarpur, Kumar criticized Lalu Prasad's record on women's issues and affirmed his permanent commitment to the NDA coalition while showcasing his administration's infrastructure and security improvements across Bihar.
Tejashwi Yadav's Strategic Evolution: Expanding RJD's Base From Muslim-Yadav to PDA-Plus Coalition in Bihar
Oct 21, 2025 09:38 pm CST
Tejashwi Yadav is transforming the RJD's traditional Muslim-Yadav coalition into a broader PDA (Picchra, Dalit, Alphasankyak) plus upper castes strategy for Bihar's 2025 elections. By fielding a diverse candidate list, including 24 women and representatives from various castes, Yadav aims to break the 30% vote share ceiling that has limited the party's success since 2005, challenging Nitish Kumar's established political stronghold while risking potential internal rebellion.
Controversy Erupts as Tejashwi Yadav Questions Nitish Kumar's Health After Viral Garland Incident at Bihar NDA Meeting
Oct 21, 2025 07:27 pm CST
RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav has raised fresh concerns about Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's health following a viral video showing an awkward garlanding incident at an NDA public meeting. The 74-year-old JDU chief's behavior has sparked debate about his fitness to govern, with Yadav suggesting that Kumar "no longer has the ability to run his government" just two weeks before Bihar's Assembly election.
Tej Pratap Yadav Charged with Election Code Violation in Bihar After Using Vehicle with Police Insignia
Oct 20, 2025 03:55 pm CST
Former RJD leader Tej Pratap Yadav, son of Lalu Prasad, faces legal charges for violating the election model code of conduct in Bihar's Vaishali district. Police filed a case after he allegedly used a vehicle with unauthorized police logo and beacon light during his nomination filing procession, further complicating his political journey following his controversial expulsion from his father's party earlier this year.
The Legacy of Political Dynasties: How Family Connections Shape Bihar's 2025 Assembly Elections
Oct 19, 2025 04:52 pm CST
Bihar's upcoming Assembly elections showcase the continuing dominance of political dynasties, with numerous candidates from established political families contesting across party lines. As the state prepares for its two-phase polls on November 6 and 11, heirs of prominent politicians including RJD's Tejashwi Yadav and BJP's Samrat Choudhary are leading the electoral race, raising questions about merit-based politics and democratic principles in a state where educational attainment remains low and dynastic advantages persist across all major parties.