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JMM Goes Solo in Bihar: 6 Seats Amid Mahagathbandhan Alliance Crisis

The Jharkhand Mukti Morcha has decided to go solo in the Bihar elections. They will contest six seats independently rather than as part of the Mahagathbandhan alliance. This comes after the opposition coalition failed to finalize seat-sharing arrangements before Friday's nomination deadline. The BJP has seized on this development, claiming it reveals deep internal conflicts within the opposition alliance.

Key Points: JMM to Contest Six Bihar Seats Independently Without Alliance

  • JMM announces independent contest in six specific Bihar constituencies
  • Mahagathbandhan fails to finalize seat-sharing before nomination deadline
  • BJP spokesperson alleges internal conflict within opposition alliance
  • RJD and Congress reportedly fighting against each other in some seats
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JMM to contest six seats on its own in Bihar polls, not ally with Mahagathbandhan

Jharkhand Mukti Morcha breaks from Mahagathbandhan, will contest six Bihar seats independently as opposition alliance faces internal conflicts.

"Dhamdaha, Chakai, Katoria, Manihari, Jamui and Pirpainti - we will contest these. The situation everywhere is different. - Supriyo Bhattacharya"

Ranchi, October 18

Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) on Saturday said that it will contest the Bihar polls on its own and not as part of Mahagathbandhan.

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.

In Ranchi, JMM General Secretary and Spokesperson Supriyo Bhattacharya says, "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, specially on seats going to the polls in the first phase of Bihar election.

- ANI

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Priya S
Smart move by JMM! Why should regional parties always play second fiddle to Congress? They have their own identity and voter base in Bihar-Jharkhand region. Good to see them asserting themselves. 👍
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Arjun K
As a Bihar voter, I'm tired of this political drama every election. Parties form alliances, break alliances, fight "friendly fights" - all while common people suffer. Just give us good governance and development, that's all we want.
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Sarah B
The BJP spokesperson is right about the internal conflicts in Mahagathbandhan. When alliance partners are fighting each other on the ground, how can they provide stable governance? This only benefits the ruling party.
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Vikram M
JMM contesting 6 seats independently shows their confidence in their organizational strength. They've been performing well in Jharkhand and now expanding in Bihar. Regional parties are the future of Indian politics! 💪
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Michael C
The timing of this announcement just before elections shows how chaotic opposition politics has become. Parties should have sorted out seat-sharing months ago. This last-minute drama doesn't inspire confidence in voters.

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