Prashant Kishor
Bhojpuri Star Pawan Singh Declines Bihar Assembly Election Contest, Reaffirms BJP Loyalty
Oct 11, 2025 04:20 pm CST
Bhojpuri superstar Pawan Singh has publicly announced his decision not to contest the upcoming Bihar assembly elections, declaring himself a "true soldier" of the BJP. This comes amid speculation following his meetings with senior political figures and amid personal challenges involving his wife Jyoti Singh, who recently met with political strategist Prashant Kishor.
Prashant Kishor's Vision for Bihar: Revolutionary Candidate Selection Challenges Political Status Quo
Oct 11, 2025 12:08 am CST
Prashant Kishor's Jan Suraaj Party has unveiled its first 51 candidates for Bihar's assembly elections, featuring doctors, former police officers, academics, and professionals without criminal records or political dynasties. This strategic selection aligns with PK's two-year journey promising transparent governance, social justice, and youth empowerment, potentially transforming Bihar's political landscape with merit-based leadership rather than traditional caste and dynastic considerations.
Bhojpuri Actor's Wife Meets Prashant Kishor Amid Political Tensions Before Bihar Elections
Oct 10, 2025 05:36 pm CST
Jyoti Singh, wife of Bhojpuri actor-politician Pawan Singh, met Jan Suraaj chief Prashant Kishor in Patna ahead of Bihar assembly elections, highlighting ongoing tensions between the couple over electoral ambitions. As BJP considers fielding Pawan Singh from Arrah constituency, both spouses appear to be pursuing separate political paths amid public disagreements.
BJP and LJP Finalize 25-26 Seat Deal for Bihar Elections After Intense Negotiations
Oct 10, 2025 04:00 pm CST
The BJP and Chirag Paswan's Lok Janshakti Party (LJP) have reached a seat-sharing agreement for the upcoming Bihar elections, with LJP accepting 25-26 seats instead of their demanded 40. The deal includes concessions on implementing the 'Bihar first, Bihari first' agenda and assurances of respect at all government levels. Negotiations involved Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan and Junior Home Minister Nityanand Rai, with Paswan reportedly remaining unsatisfied despite the compromise.
Meet Preeti: Jan Suraaj's Transgender Candidate Challenging Bihar's Education Minister in Assembly Polls
Oct 10, 2025 10:08 am CST
Prashant Kishor's Jan Suraaj Party has nominated Preeti Kinnar, a transgender social activist, to contest against incumbent Education Minister Sunil Kumar in Bihar's Bhorey constituency. As part of a diverse candidate lineup including prominent doctors, lawyers, and former officials, Preeti represents the party's commitment to inclusive representation while facing the historical challenges of transgender political candidates in India.
Prashant Kishor's Jan Suraaj Party Fields Professionals with Clean Images in Bihar Elections
Oct 10, 2025 02:02 am CST
Prashant Kishor has unveiled his Jan Suraaj Party's first list of 51 candidates for Bihar elections, featuring doctors, lawyers, and former officials with impeccable credentials. In an NDTV interview, he emphasized candidate selection based on public service record rather than caste considerations, though his list strategically includes 16% Muslim candidates and 17% from extremely backward communities, most being first-time contestants with professional backgrounds.
Tejashwi Yadav's Bold One Job Per Family Promise: Transforming Bihar's Employment Landscape
Oct 10, 2025 12:44 am CST
Tejashwi Yadav, Bihar's Opposition Leader, has pledged to provide one government job per family, addressing the state's 3.9% unemployment rate. As November elections approach, this promise resonates in a region devastated by economic uncertainty and pandemic effects. Having claimed creation of 500,000 jobs during his previous 17-month tenure as Deputy Chief Minister, Yadav faces the monumental challenge of implementing this vision across Bihar's 13.43 crore population, potentially reshaping the state's socioeconomic future.
BJP to Announce Bihar Election Candidates as Nitish Kumar Delegates Negotiation Leadership
Oct 09, 2025 10:12 pm CST
BJP's central election committee will meet on Sunday to finalize candidates for the upcoming Bihar elections, with the first NDA candidate list expected on Monday. Nitish Kumar has authorized BJP to lead alliance negotiations amid a challenging electoral landscape featuring opposition from Congress-RJD alliance and Prashant Kishor's Jan Suraaj movement.
Professor KC Sinha: From Mathematics Author to Bihar Political Candidate with Jan Suraaj Party
Oct 09, 2025 07:54 pm CST
Renowned mathematician Professor KC Sinha, author of over 70 educational books used across India for decades, enters Bihar politics as a candidate for Prashant Kishor's Jan Suraaj Party. The 74-year-old academic and former university vice chancellor will contest from Patna's Kumhrar constituency, bringing his analytical expertise to the complex electoral landscape of Bihar.
Jan Suraaj Party Announces 51 Candidates for Bihar Elections: Former Officials, Professionals Join Prashant Kishor's Political Movement
Oct 09, 2025 06:24 pm CST
Prashant Kishor's Jan Suraaj Party has released its first list of 51 candidates for the upcoming Bihar elections, featuring distinguished professionals including mathematician KC Sinha, advocate YB Giri, and physician Dr. Amit Kumar Das. The diverse lineup includes 16% Muslim candidates and 17% from extremely backward communities, with a focus on individuals with clean reputations. Notably absent from the list is Kishor himself, leaving open the question of which constituency he will contest from.