Prashant Kishor May Contest Bihar Bypoll, Decision Soon: Sources
Prashant Kishor may contest the Bankipur by-election, a crucial seat in Bihar that has long been held by the BJP. A meeting of Jan Suraaj, his party, is scheduled for July 4 to decide on his candidacy. The election is seen as a direct contest between the BJP and Jan Suraaj, with high political stakes for both parties. A decision regarding Kishor's candidacy could be announced the next day.
11 AUG 2026
— NDTV
Prashant Kishor, a poll strategist, has pledged to address key issues in Bankipur, including job creation and improved education, within a three-month timeframe.
17 AUG 2026
— The Hindu
Prashant Kishor, founder of Jan Suraaj Party, was sworn in as Bankipur MLA after winning a by-election.
— NDTV
Prashant Kishor, founder of the Jan Suraaj party, was sworn in as the Bankipur MLA in the Bihar Legislative Assembly after a landslide victory in the August 3 by-election.
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