Mahagathbandhan alliance

  • Pappu Yadav Alleges Prashant Kishor-Amit Shah Alliance in Bihar Politics at NDTV

    Pappu Yadav Alleges Prashant Kishor-Amit Shah Alliance in Bihar Politics at NDTV's Power Play

    Nov 01, 2025 03:03 pm CST

    Independent MP Pappu Yadav launched a fierce attack on Prashant Kishor at NDTV's Bihar Power Play event, alleging the Jan Suraaj Party leader has secret ties with Amit Shah and exploited Bihar financially. Yadav also stirred controversy by suggesting Rahul Gandhi is the face of Bihar's upcoming election despite Tejashwi Yadav being the official CM candidate for the Mahagathbandhan alliance.

  • Rahul Gandhi

    Rahul Gandhi's Conspicuous Absence from Bihar Election Campaign Raises Questions

    Oct 26, 2025 08:10 pm CST

    As Bihar's election heats up, Rahul Gandhi's prolonged absence since September has become a central talking point. While other political leaders including PM Modi and Tejashwi Yadav actively campaign across the state, Congress candidates struggle without their top leader. This absence has created tensions within the Mahagathbandhan alliance and provided ammunition to BJP critics, raising questions about Congress's commitment and strategy in this crucial electoral battleground.

  • PM Modi Backs Nitish Kumar as NDA

    PM Modi Backs Nitish Kumar as NDA's Face for Bihar Assembly Elections 2025

    Oct 24, 2025 04:39 pm CST

    Prime Minister Narendra Modi launches NDA's Bihar election campaign, declaring that the alliance under Nitish Kumar will achieve a record-breaking victory. While endorsing the "sushasan babu," Modi's statement comes amid opposition challenges over the BJP-JDU's reluctance to officially name a chief ministerial candidate, contrasting with Mahagathbandhan's clear nomination of Tejashwi Yadav for the position.

  • Political Drama in Patna: How Mukesh Sahani Secured Deputy CM Position in Bihar

    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.

  • Mountain Man

    Mountain Man's Son Bhagirath Manjhi Denied Congress Ticket Despite Rahul Gandhi's Alleged Promise for Bihar Polls

    Oct 22, 2025 03:49 pm CST

    Bhagirath Manjhi, son of legendary 'Mountain Man' Dashrath Manjhi, expresses disappointment after being denied a Congress ticket for Bihar Assembly elections despite claimed assurances from Rahul Gandhi. The Bihar polls will be held in two phases on November 6 and 11, with results announced on November 14.

  • RJD Releases 143 Candidates for Bihar Elections Amid Tensions with Congress Alliance

    RJD Releases 143 Candidates for Bihar Elections Amid Tensions with Congress Alliance

    Oct 20, 2025 05:30 pm CST

    The Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) has announced 143 candidates for the upcoming Bihar Assembly elections, revealing tensions within the Mahagathbandhan alliance as they fielded candidates in four constituencies already claimed by Congress. With Tejashwi Yadav contesting from Raghopur and notable candidates including Bhojpuri actor Khesari Lal Yadav, the party aims to improve on its 2020 performance when it won 75 seats. Bihar votes in two phases on November 6 and 11, with results on November 14.

  • Congress Announces Six Additional Candidates for Bihar Assembly Elections Amid Alliance Challenges

    Congress Announces Six Additional Candidates for Bihar Assembly Elections Amid Alliance Challenges

    Oct 20, 2025 02:45 pm CST

    The Congress party has expanded its candidate list for the Bihar Assembly elections to 60, announcing six new nominees amid ongoing seat-sharing difficulties with alliance partner RJD. The latest announcements come as the Mahagathbandhan alliance faces internal tensions, with Monday marking the final nomination day for the second phase of elections.

  • Congress Releases Second List for Bihar Assembly Elections: Five Candidates Named Amid Alliance Tensions

    Congress Releases Second List for Bihar Assembly Elections: Five Candidates Named Amid Alliance Tensions

    Oct 19, 2025 01:23 am CST

    Congress has announced its second list of candidates for the Bihar assembly elections, naming five contenders for key constituencies while the Mahagathbandhan alliance faces internal challenges. With RJD and Congress engaged in "friendly fights" on several seats and JMM deciding to contest independently, opposition unity appears fragmented as Bihar prepares for polls on November 6 and 11, with results scheduled for November 14.

  • Bihar Elections 2023: How INDIA Bloc

    Bihar Elections 2023: How INDIA Bloc's Internal Conflicts Benefit the NDA's Electoral Prospects

    Oct 18, 2025 08:55 pm CST

    The INDIA bloc's promising united opposition front has devolved into political chaos during Bihar assembly elections, with approximately 10 "friendly contests" between Mahagathbandhan candidates undermining their collective strength. Despite early momentum from rallies led by Rahul Gandhi and Tejashwi Yadav, delayed candidate announcements, conflicting ambitions, and strategic confusion have transformed initial optimism into disarray, creating a significant electoral advantage for the ruling NDA coalition.

  • AAP Releases Third List of 28 Candidates for Bihar Assembly Elections as Parties Finalize Electoral Strategies

    AAP Releases Third List of 28 Candidates for Bihar Assembly Elections as Parties Finalize Electoral Strategies

    Oct 18, 2025 12:02 pm CST

    The Aam Aadmi Party has announced its third list of 28 candidates for the upcoming Bihar Assembly elections, bringing their total nominations to 87. Meanwhile, other parties including JD(U) and CPI(ML) have also released their candidate lists as Bihar prepares for two-phase polls on November 6 and 11, with results expected on November 14.