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.