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Chirag Paswan's Political Warning: Why "Friendly Fights" Don't Exist in Politics

Union Minister Chirag Paswan strongly criticized the opposition alliance over their internal conflicts. He dismissed the concept of "friendly fights" in politics as meaningless terminology. The LJP(RV) leader confidently predicted an NDA victory in the upcoming Bihar assembly elections. Meanwhile, the opposition parties continue to face challenges in seat-sharing arrangements across multiple constituencies.

Key Points: Chirag Paswan Slams Opposition Over Bihar Seat Sharing Conflict

  • Chirag Paswan dismisses concept of friendly political fights as wrong terminology
  • NDA alliance predicts victory in Bihar elections on November 14
  • RJD and Congress field candidates for same seats despite being allies
  • BJP chief compares NDA unity to Pandavas from Mahabharat epic
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There's nothing called as friendly fight, either you're friends or fighting with each other: Chirag Paswan targets opposition

Union Minister Chirag Paswan criticizes opposition alliance over common seat disputes, predicts NDA victory in Bihar assembly elections on November 14.

"There is nothing called as friendly fight, either you are friends or fighting with each other. - Chirag Paswan"

Patna, October 20

Predicting a victory of the NDA alliance in the Bihar assembly polls, Union Minister and Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas) chief Chirag Paswan on Monday criticised the opposition Mahagathbandhan over fielding for some common seats, asserting that "there is nothing called a friendly fight".

The Union Minister accused the opposition party and said that the dispute between the INDI alliance would lead to their defeat.

Speaking to the reporters in Patna about the RJD and Congress fighting for common seats, Paswan said, "There is nothing called as friendly fight, either you are friends or fighting with each other. The friendly conflict does not happen in politics; this is wrong terminology."

The LJP(RV) leader emphasised the significance of the upcoming elections, predicting a victory for their party (NDA) on November 14th, which they believe will lead to a prosperous five-year period for Bihar.

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

Meanwhile, the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) on Monday released its list of candidates for the upcoming Bihar Assembly Elections, fielding 143 contenders across the state. The official list was released on the last day of nominations for the second phase. 24 Women candidates are among the 143 named as contestants.

After comparing the candidate lists from the RJD and the Indian National Congress (Congress) for the Bihar assembly elections, there are some common seats where both parties have fielded a candidate despite being in the Mahagathbandhan.

In Narkatiaganj, Deepak Yadav (RJD) will face Shaswat Kedar Pandey (Congress); in Kahalgaon, Rajnish Bharti (RJD) will compete against Praveen Singh Kushwaha (Congress); and in Sikandra (SC), Uday Narayan Chaudhary (RJD) will go up against Vinod Chaudhary (Congress) while in Lalganj (Vaishali) Shivani Shukla is likely to go up against Aditya Raja of Congress. However, there is likely to be a compromise between the allies, with one of the parties withdrawing in favour of the other.

Earlier in the day, Bihar Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) President Dilip Jaiswal on Monday reaffirmed "rock solid" unity of the NDA alliance like the "Pandavas" ahead of the Bihar Assembly election.

Dilip Jaiswal was referring to the five constituents of the NDA alliance: BJP, Janata Dal (United), Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas), Rashtriya Lok Morcha (RLM) and Hindustani Awam Morcha (HAM), as Pandavas from the Mahabharat.

Jaiswal also suggested that there is "infighting" in the opposition's Mahagathbandhan.

- ANI

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Sarah B
While I respect Chirag's opinion, I think the term "friendly fight" does exist in democratic politics. Parties can compete while maintaining ideological alliances. The Pandavas comparison by BJP is interesting though!
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Priya S
As a Bihari voter, I'm tired of these political games. We need development, not constant bickering between parties. Hope whoever wins actually works for Bihar's progress. 🤞
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Arjun K
NDA's unity is impressive. Comparing themselves to Pandavas shows their confidence. Meanwhile, opposition can't even decide on seat sharing properly. This election seems decided already.
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Michael C
Interesting to see the political dynamics in Bihar. The friendly fight concept might work in some democracies, but in India's coalition politics, it does create confusion among voters. Clear alliances help voters make informed choices.
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Kavya N
Good to see 24 women candidates in RJD's list! Whatever the political differences, more women in politics is always a positive step for our democracy. 👏

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