Chirag Paswan Eyes Bihar Assembly: LJP (RV) Strategizes Next Move
- Lok Janshakti Party leader Chirag Paswan is considering contesting the 2025 Bihar Assembly elections from a general seat.
- This consideration follows party leaders' recent meetings proposing Paswan take a bigger role amid political momentum before the elections scheduled for October and November.
- Paswan leads a party with five MPs but no current Bihar Assembly presence and aims to enhance its state influence within the National Democratic Alliance led by Nitish Kumar.
- Paswan stated he will contest only if it strengthens the party’s position and alliance, adding, “There is no vacancy for the Chief Minister's post in Bihar at the moment.”
- Paswan's potential candidacy could reshape Bihar politics by broadening his appeal beyond the Dalit community and impacting seat-sharing dynamics within the NDA.
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News Analysis: Ahead of polls, all eyes in Bihar on Chirag Paswan’s next political move
The LJP(RV) chief and party MP has said he does not see himself in national politics for long; the statements from him and his party have generated considerable interest, amid buzz that the could play a bigger role in State politics in the future
Chirag Paswan hints at contesting Bihar assembly elections if it strengthens his party
Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas) president and Union Minister Chirag Paswan has signalled his willingness to contest the upcoming Bihar Assembly elections, stating he would do so only if it helps strengthen his party's position in the state. Speaking to reporters at Swami Vivekananda Airport in Raipur on Monday, Paswan reiterated his commitment to Bihar, saying his political vision has always been centred around the development of the state throu…
"Don't See Myself In...": Chirag Paswan Hints At Contesting In Bihar Polls
Union Minister Chirag Paswan has hinted at contesting the upcoming Bihar Assembly elections on Monday, asserting that as he serves at the Centre but his heart and political purpose have always remained rooted in Bihar.
Chirag Paswan's Bihar bid: Pressure tactic on BJP or strategy to replace Nitish?
Chirag Paswan’s growing push to contest the Bihar assembly elections from a general seat signals his ambition to shift from national to state politics, potentially eyeing the Chief Minister's post.
Chirag Paswan May Consider Contesting Polls from Bihar: LJP MP Arun Bharti
Get latest articles and stories on India at LatestLY. Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas) MP Arun Bharti on Sunday hinted at the possibility of Union Minister and party president Chirag Paswan contesting the upcoming Bihar Assembly elections. India News | Chirag Paswan May Consider Contesting Polls from Bihar: LJP MP Arun Bharti.
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