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Chirag Paswan Confident NDA Will Sweep All 5 Rajya Sabha Seats in Bihar

Union Minister Chirag Paswan has expressed full confidence that the National Democratic Alliance will win all five Rajya Sabha seats from Bihar. He emphasized the crucial role his party, the Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas), and its 19 MLAs will play in the upcoming polls. Paswan dismissed opposition efforts, stating their defeat is as certain as in the previous assembly elections. The Election Commission has scheduled the biennial elections for 37 Rajya Sabha seats across ten states, with polling in Bihar set for March 16.

Key Points: NDA to Win All 5 Bihar Rajya Sabha Seats: Chirag Paswan

  • NDA confident of winning all 5 RS seats
  • LJP's 19 MLAs to play key role
  • Opposition's defeat deemed certain
  • Rajya Sabha polls scheduled for March 16
  • Elections for 37 seats across 10 states
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"All 5 Rajya Sabha MPs from Bihar will be from NDA": Chirag Paswan ahead of RS polls

Union Minister Chirag Paswan asserts NDA's unity and predicts a clean sweep of all five Rajya Sabha seats from Bihar, dismissing opposition efforts.

"All 5 Rajya Sabha MPs from Bihar will be from NDA": Chirag Paswan ahead of RS polls
"All 5 MPs elected to the Rajya Sabha from Bihar will be NDA MPs. - Chirag Paswan"

Patna, March 2

Union Minister Chirag Paswan said the National Democratic Alliance is set to secure all five Rajya Sabha seats from Bihar, while highlighting the crucial role of the Lok Janshakti Party in the upcoming elections.

On Sunday, Paswan told reporters that despite efforts by the opposition, their defeat is certain, and the alliance remains fully united.

"Meetings have been held regarding the Rajya Sabha elections. Discussions within the alliance have begun. In this context, undoubtedly, the 19 MLAs from our LJP (Ram Vilas) will also play an important role in the coming days. Now the process is gradually starting. I will certainly say this much that all 5 MPs elected to the Rajya Sabha from Bihar will be NDA MPs. Which party they will belong to is a matter for later, but all 5 MPs will be from the NDA. They (Tejashwi Yadav) may try, but just like in the assembly elections, their defeat here is certain. We have no doubt whatsoever about the numbers. The entire alliance is united," he said.

The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Wednesday announced the schedule for the upcoming biennial elections to the Council of States (Rajya Sabha) to fill the 37 seats across 10 states, as the members are set to complete their term in April 2026, a press note stated.

According to the press note, the term of 37 members who were elected from Maharashtra, Odisha, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, Assam, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, and Telangana will conclude in the month of April, vacating the seats for new members to be elected.

The notification will be issued on February 26, commencing the election process. The last date of nominations is March 5, followed by scrutiny on March 6. The candidates can withdraw their nominations till March 9.

The polling is scheduled to take place on March 16, with the counting of votes on the same day at 5 pm.

- ANI

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Priya S
It's good to see a clear roadmap from the alliance. Stability in the Rajya Sabha is crucial for passing important bills. Hope the elected MPs focus on Bihar's development issues like infrastructure and jobs. 👍
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Rohit P
While the confidence is noted, such statements before the actual polling can sound a bit arrogant. The election process should be respected. Let's wait for March 16th. The people's representatives (MLAs) will decide.
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Sarah B
Interesting to see the focus on seat numbers and alliances. As an observer, I hope the elected members, regardless of party, prioritize constructive debate and legislation in the Upper House.
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Vikram M
LJP's 19 MLAs are indeed the kingmakers here. Paswan sahab is right to highlight their role. This shows how every vote counts in a democracy, especially in indirect elections like these.
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Kavya N
The schedule is out, now let the process begin. Ultimately, we need MPs who will raise Bihar's voice in Delhi effectively. Hope the focus remains on that, not just political one-upmanship.

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