The land of Buddha has become a battle ground as soon as the elections come near. Bihar a state known for its vibrant culture and its ancient historical roots becomes a divided society. Bihar politics has always been a complex mix of caste arithmetic, social justice narratives, and alliance strategies. As the state heads towards the upcoming elections, the contest is heating up between the ruling NDA, the INDIA bloc led by RJD-Congress, and the independent political experiments of new entrants like Prashant Kishor.
The Traditional Political Battlefield
For decades, Bihar’s elections have revolved around the OBC, Yadav, Dalit, and Muslim vote banks. Leaders like Lalu Prasad Yadav, Nitish Kumar, and Ram Vilas Paswan (in his time) mastered this arithmetic. Today, Nitish Kumar—despite multiple alliance shifts—remains a key player, while Tejashwi Yadav carries forward Lalu’s legacy.
The BJP, riding on Narendra Modi’s national image, continues to be a formidable force, especially among non-Yadav OBCs and upper castes. The Congress remains a junior partner, struggling for relevance.
The Emergence of Prashant Kishor
Prashant Kishor, once known as India’s most sought-after election strategist, has now turned into a full-time politician with his Jan Suraaj Yatra. His focus has been on ground-level organization, village-level meetings, and addressing core issues like unemployment, migration, and education.
