Prashant Kishor Challenges BJP in Bihar Bypoll, Splitting Opposition
Prashant Kishor, founder of the Jan Suraaj Party, announced his candidacy for the Bankipur assembly bypoll in Bihar, calling it a referendum on the BJP-led government's performance. The announcement has sparked division within the RJD and Congress, with some urging support from Rahul Gandhi while others maintain their own stance. Kishor emphasized that he aims to bring change to Bihar's stagnant politics, despite the bypoll potentially being a high-profile fight for the BJP. The byelection will be held on July 30th.
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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