Shakeel Ahmad
Former Union Minister Shakeel Ahmad Resigns from Congress Following Bihar Assembly Elections
Nov 12, 2025 03:05 am CST
Former Union Minister Dr. Shakeel Ahmad has resigned from the Congress party immediately after the Bihar Assembly elections concluded, citing personal differences with party members rather than ideological disagreements. A five-term MLA and MP from a family with deep Congress roots, Ahmad strategically delayed his announcement until after voting to avoid impacting the party's electoral performance. Despite his departure, he affirms continued support for Congress principles and has no plans to join another political organization.
Congress Announces First List of 48 Candidates for Bihar Elections: State Party Chief to Contest from Kutumba
Oct 17, 2025 02:00 am CST
The Congress party has released its first list of 48 candidates for the upcoming Bihar elections, with the state party chief contesting from Kutumba constituency. The list includes incumbent MLAs like Anand Shankar and Neetu Kumari, while indicating a friendly contest within the Mahagathbandhan alliance at Bachawara. The party faces additional challenges this election cycle with Prashant Kishor's Jan Suraaj entering the political arena in Bihar.