Chirag Paswan
NDA Resolves Bihar Seat-Sharing: BJP and JD(U) to Contest 101 Seats Each Following Amit Shah's Intervention
Oct 13, 2025 12:48 am CST
The National Democratic Alliance has finalized its seat-sharing arrangement for the upcoming Bihar Assembly elections after crucial negotiations led by Union Home Minister Amit Shah. BJP and JD(U) will contest 101 seats each, with Chirag Paswan's LJP(R) receiving 29 seats and smaller allies HAM and RLM allocated six seats each. The alliance emphasized unity and balanced representation across all coalition partners while maintaining Nitish Kumar's central role in their electoral strategy.
NDA Finalizes Bihar Seat-Sharing Deal: BJP and JDU to Contest 101 Seats Each, LJP Gets 29
Oct 12, 2025 09:48 pm CST
After weeks of negotiations, the NDA has finalized its seat-sharing arrangement for the Bihar assembly elections. The BJP and JDU will each contest 101 seats, while Chirag Paswan's LJP has been allocated 29 seats after intense negotiations. Smaller allies Rashtriya Lok Morcha and HAM will get six seats each in the 243-member assembly.
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.
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.
Family Feud Escalates: Pashupati Paras Vows to 'Crush' Nephew Chirag Paswan in Bihar Assembly Elections
Oct 09, 2025 03:19 pm CST
The political rivalry between uncle Pashupati Paras and nephew Chirag Paswan intensifies ahead of Bihar Assembly elections, with Paras' RLJP pledging to field candidates against all of Paswan's LJP nominees. This family feud, rooted in the power struggle following Ram Vilas Paswan's death, complicates alliance politics as the BJP-JDU coalition faces off against the opposition Mahagathbandhan in the November polls.
Jitan Ram Manjhi Demands 15 Seats for Hindustan Awam Morcha in Bihar NDA Alliance
Oct 08, 2025 04:50 pm CST
Former Bihar Chief Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi has threatened to withdraw his Hindustan Awam Morcha from contesting the upcoming Bihar elections if not allocated at least 15 seats, while still remaining in the NDA alliance. BJP chief JP Nadda has reportedly reached out to address the tension as NDA's seat-sharing formula remains unannounced with JDU and BJP expected to contest approximately 100 seats each.
PM Modi Honors Ram Vilas Paswan: A Symbol of Social Justice on His Death Anniversary
Oct 08, 2025 01:55 pm CST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi pays tribute to former Union Minister Ram Vilas Paswan on his death anniversary, recognizing his dedication to social justice and public service. Paswan's son Chirag reaffirms commitment to his father's vision for Bihar's development and the upcoming elections.
Prashant Kishor Rejects Alliance With Chirag Paswan's LJP For Bihar Elections: "Our Alliance Is With The People"
Oct 08, 2025 10:57 am CST
Poll strategist Prashant Kishor has firmly ruled out any electoral alliance between his Jan Suraaj Party and Chirag Paswan's Lok Janshakti Party for the upcoming Bihar elections, stating his party will contest independently. Meanwhile, Paswan continues negotiations with BJP-led NDA allies over seat-sharing demands, seeking 40 assembly seats while being offered only 25.
NDA-BJP Alliance Finalizing Bihar Assembly Seat-Sharing With Chirag Paswan's LJP
Oct 07, 2025 07:13 pm CST
The NDA alliance is expected to finalize seat-sharing for Bihar assembly elections within days, with negotiations between BJP and Chirag Paswan's LJP (Ram Vilas) currently underway. Paswan seeks 40-45 seats based on his party's perfect Lok Sabha performance, while BJP offers 25 seats. An announcement is likely to be made in Patna soon, as talks continue amid strategic positioning from both sides.
Decoding Chirag Paswan's 'Abki Baari, Yuva Bihari' Campaign: Political Ambitions and Alliance Dynamics in Bihar Elections
Oct 07, 2025 05:30 pm CST
Ahead of Bihar's November elections, Chirag Paswan's Lok Janshakti Party has launched the slogan "abki baari, yuva Bihari," strategically targeting youth voters while subtly positioning Paswan for chief ministerial aspirations. This article analyzes the complex alliance dynamics between the LJP, BJP, and JDU, exploring how Paswan balances his political ambitions with maintaining crucial alliances in a state struggling with high unemployment and voter discontent.