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Shashi Tharoor Backs Tejashwi Yadav as Bihar's CM Face Amid Alliance Unity

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor has welcomed the decision to name Tejashwi Yadav as the Mahagathbandhan's chief ministerial face in Bihar. He described this move as a clear signal of support from the Congress party. Tharoor emphasized that Indian voters prefer having a recognizable face to vote for during elections. The opposition alliance will release its joint manifesto on October 28 ahead of the two-phase voting in November.

Key Points: Tharoor Welcomes Tejashwi Yadav as Mahagathbandhan Bihar CM Face

  • Tharoor praises Congress for naming CM candidate ahead of Bihar polls
  • Notes Indian voters prefer voting for recognizable political faces
  • Compares situation to Tamil Nadu voting patterns for leaders
  • Mahagathbandhan to release joint manifesto on October 28 in Patna
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Clear signal of support: Shashi Tharoor welcomes Tejashwi Yadav as Mahagathbandhan's CM face in Bihar

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor endorses Tejashwi Yadav as Mahagathbandhan's chief ministerial candidate, calling it a clear signal of support ahead of Bihar elections.

"It's a very clear signal of support as well. - Shashi Tharoor"

Thiruvananthapuram, October 23

Amid speculations of a rift within the Mahagathbandhan in Bihar, Congress MP Shashi Tharoor on Thursday welcomed the move to announce Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader Tejashwi Yadav as the alliance's Chief Minister face in Bihar, calling it a "signal of support" for the RJD.

Tharoor lauded Congress for naming a Chief Ministerial candidate ahead of the Bihar Assembly elections, noting that earlier the party usually does not announce a CM face in polls.

He told ANI, "It's a very good message, and I think it's not at all a bad idea that Congress is participating for the first time. The Congress normally doesn't name CM candidates; they're participating in naming a CM candidate in advance. That's a very clear signal of support as well."

The Congress MP further noted that in India, people vote for a face in the elections.

Tharoor said, "I think it's a very good development because frankly, our country, the voters like to vote for a face. This was the strength of so many individual leaders in the past, also."

"In Tamil Nadu, people voted for Jayalalithaa rather than for her party, MGR rather than his party. That is the spirit in which many voters turn. Similarly, in Bihar, for them to know if you vote for us, this is who you get," he added.

Earlier today, Senior Congress leader Ashok Gehlot declared Tejashwi Yadav as the Chief Ministerial candidate for the upcoming Assembly elections in Bihar. Mukesh Sahani, who heads the Vikassheel Insaan Party (VIP), has been named the Deputy CM nominee.

Opposition Mahagathbandhan will release its joint manifesto for the Bihar Assembly elections on October 28 in Patna, sources in the alliance told ANI on Thursday.

Sources said that Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra and Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge will also begin their campaign for the Bihar Assembly elections on October 28, after the Chhath Puja festival.

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi and RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav will address joint rallies before the first Phase of voting and, after that, for the seats in the second Phase of voting, they added.

The assembly elections will be held in two phases on November 6 and 11. The results will be declared on November 14.

- ANI

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Priya S
Shashi Tharoor makes a valid point about voters preferring a face. In Bihar politics, personality matters as much as party ideology. Tejashwi has good connect with young voters.
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Aman W
While I appreciate the unity, I hope this alliance focuses on real issues like employment, education, and healthcare rather than just caste equations. Bihar needs development, not just political games.
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Nisha Z
Good to see Congress adapting to regional dynamics. Tharoor's Tamil Nadu examples are spot on - regional leaders often drive voting patterns more than national party agendas.
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Michael C
As someone following Indian politics, this seems like a strategic move. Announcing the CM candidate early removes ambiguity and gives voters a clear choice. Smart politics by the opposition alliance.
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Kavya N
Tejashwi has been working hard on the ground. His focus on jobs and education resonates with Bihar's youth. Hope this alliance delivers on its promises! 🙏

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