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Prashant Kishor's Bold Claim: INDIA Alliance to Finish Third in Bihar Polls

Political strategist Prashant Kishor has made a bold prediction about the upcoming Bihar elections. He claims the opposition INDIA alliance will finish in third place behind his own Jan Suraaj party and the NDA. This comes as the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha announced it would contest six seats independently rather than as part of the Mahagathbandhan. The opposition alliance appears to be facing internal conflicts with failed seat-sharing agreements and reported infighting between constituent parties.

Key Points: Prashant Kishor Predicts INDIA Alliance Third Place Bihar Polls

  • Prashant Kishor predicts INDIA alliance will finish third in Bihar polls
  • JMM breaks from Mahagathbandhan to contest six seats independently
  • BJP spokesperson alleges internal conflict within opposition alliance
  • Mahagathbandhan fails to finalize seat sharing for first phase
  • Bihar elections scheduled for November 6 and 11 with results on 14th
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INDIA alliance will finish third this time, fight in Bihar polls is between NDA and Jan Suraaj: Prashant Kishor

Political strategist Prashant Kishor claims INDIA alliance will finish third in Bihar elections, says real contest is between NDA and Jan Suraaj amid opposition infighting.

"INDIA alliance is going to finish third this time. The fight is between the NDA and Jan Suraaj - Prashant Kishor"

Patna, October 18

Jan Suraaj founder Prashant Kishor on Saturday took a jibe at the Mahagathbandhan, saying that the opposition alliance would finish in the third place in the Bihar polls.

He stated that the fight in the Bihar elections is between the National Democratic Alliance and Jan Suraaj.

"INDIA alliance is going to finish third this time. The fight is between the NDA and Jan Suraaj," he told reporters.

Earlier today, the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) announced that it will contest the Bihar polls independently, rather than as part of the Mahagathbandhan. JMM, which heads the ruling coalition in Jharkhand, is part of the opposition INDIA bloc.

The announcement came after the Mahagathbandhan, which includes RJD and Congress, failed to seal a pact for the first phase of the Bihar polls, with the nomination process ending on Friday. The constituents of Mahagathbandhan are engaged in a "friendly fight" on some seats.

JMM general secretary and spokesperson Supriyo Bhattacharya announced that the party will contest six seats on its own.

"Dhamdaha, Chakai, Katoria, Manihari, Jamui and Pirpainti - we will contest these. The situation everywhere is different. Why is Congress contesting against RJD? Why is CPI contesting against VIP? Election strategies change," he said.

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) spokesperson Pradeep Bhandari alleged earlier in the day that there is an "internal tug of war" within the opposition Mahagathbandhan, stating that Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) workers are fighting against Congress workers on the ground.

"Aapsi ladai ke patake Mahagathbandhan main phoot rahe hain," he said.

"Mahagathbandhan in Bihar has till not officially announced its seat sharing. There are reports that RJD wants to have a candidate against the Congress Bihar President. Mahagathbandhan in Bihar is fighting a massive Internal tug of war: Rahul Gandhi has asked his party men to not focus on RJD seats. RJD workers are fighting against Congress workers on ground," Bhandari posted on X.

"Tejasvi Yadav and Mukesh Sahni have no face to show their workers; after been humiliated by Congress and Rahul Gandhi," he added.

Polling for the Bihar elections 2025 will take place on November 6 and 11. The results will be announced on November 14.

Electioneering has picked up pace, especially on seats going to the polls in the first phase of Bihar election

- ANI

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Priya S
As a Bihar voter, I'm tired of these political games. When parties can't even decide seat sharing properly, how can they govern? The "friendly fights" are actually hurting common people who want stable governance.
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Aditya G
NDA seems to be the only organized front right now. The opposition's internal conflicts are giving them a clear advantage. JMM going solo is a big blow to INDIA alliance's prospects in Bihar.
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Sarah B
Watching from outside India, the political dynamics in Bihar are fascinating. The fragmentation of opposition parties and new entrants like Jan Suraaj make this election unpredictable. Hope the best team wins for Bihar's development! 🇮🇳
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Kavya N
Respectfully disagree with Prashant Kishor's assessment. Jan Suraaj is too new to challenge established parties. The real question is whether INDIA alliance can overcome their differences and present a united front. Time will tell!
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Michael C
The internal conflicts within Mahagathbandhan are concerning. When RJD workers are fighting Congress workers on the ground, it shows deep-rooted issues. Voters deserve better coordination from opposition parties.

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