JJD Backs Prashant Kishor to Block BJP Victory in Bankipur Amid Education, Health Dissatisfaction
On Friday, Tej Pratap Yadav, National President of the Janshakti Janata Dal (JJD), announced his party's support for Jan Suraaj candidate Prashant Kishor in the July 30 Bankipur Assembly by-election. After internal discussions and a meeting with Kishor, who aims to prevent BJP victory, Tej Pratap cited public dissatisfaction over education and healthcare issues. The JJD initially nominated Veena Manvi but withdrew her after her nomination was rejected, leading to their support for Kishor.
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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