Is a Friendly Fight Emerging in Bihar's Grand Alliance?
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Synopsis
As Bihar gears up for its Assembly elections, the Grand Alliance faces internal conflict over seat-sharing. With multiple constituencies at stake, candidates from the same coalition may find themselves in direct competition. Discover the implications of this friendly rivalry as the election date approaches.
Key Takeaways
- Grand Alliance faces internal disputes over seat-sharing.
- Potential friendly contests could arise in several constituencies.
- RJD and Congress are competing directly in key areas.
- Jharkhand Mukti Morcha plans to contest independently.
- Election dates are approaching with nominations underway.
Patna, Oct 19 (NationPress) After failing to reach an agreement on the seat-sharing arrangement for the forthcoming Bihar Assembly elections, the principal Opposition coalition known as the Grand Alliance (Mahagathbandhan) appears poised for a friendly contest in several constituencies.
This Opposition coalition, which includes Congress, RJD, CPI, CPI(ML), and Vikassheel Insaan Party (VIP), has not yet officially disclosed the allocation of seats. This lack of clarity raises the likelihood of contenders from the same alliance facing off in at least eight districts.
Reports indicate that candidates from RJD and Congress will compete in Lalganj, while in Kutumba, RJD has chosen Suresh Paswan to go against Congress state president Rajesh Ram.
In Sikandra, there’s a stalemate between RJD and Congress candidates. Warsaliganj sees RJD nominating Anita Devi, while Congress has picked Satish Kumar Singh.
As per insiders within the alliance, around 10 seats remain contentious among the Grand Alliance partners.
Furthermore, the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) has declared its intention to participate in the Assembly elections independently, targeting six seats.
With the nomination phase for the first round of elections, scheduled for November 6 across 121 Assembly constituencies in 18 districts, concluding on Friday, the Grand Alliance still has not finalized its seat distribution.
The second phase of nominations is gaining traction today. With only a few days remaining for candidate submissions, RJD, the leading party in the Grand Alliance, has yet to disclose its complete list of candidates.
As of now, Congress has announced 54 candidates, while CPI(ML) has fielded candidates for 20 seats—one more than in the previous election.
The first phase of the Bihar Assembly elections is set for November 6, followed by the second phase on November 11, with vote counting scheduled for November 14.
Point of View
It is crucial to acknowledge the challenges faced by the Grand Alliance in Bihar. The struggle for seat allocation highlights the complexities of coalition politics. This situation emphasizes the need for unity and strategic decision-making as the elections approach. NationPress will continue to monitor this evolving story closely.
NationPress
19/10/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Grand Alliance?
The Grand Alliance, or Mahagathbandhan, is a coalition of several political parties in Bihar, including Congress, RJD, CPI, CPI(ML), and VIP, formed to contest elections together.
Why is seat-sharing important?
Seat-sharing is crucial as it helps political parties avoid splitting votes and enhances their chances of winning by presenting a unified front in constituencies.
What are the election dates for Bihar Assembly elections?
The first phase of the Bihar Assembly elections is scheduled for November 6, followed by the second phase on November 11, with counting on November 14.
Which parties are contesting the elections alone?
The Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) has announced its plan to contest the Assembly elections independently, focusing on six constituencies.
How many candidates has the Congress party announced?
As of now, the Congress party has named 54 candidates for the Bihar Assembly elections.
