Is the Grand Alliance in Bihar Facing a Major Split?
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Synopsis
The outcome of the 2025 Bihar Assembly elections has ignited tensions within the Grand Alliance, leading to a blame game between RJD and Congress. With public disputes escalating, questions arise over the future of the alliance as critical meetings are scheduled to strategize for upcoming political challenges.
Key Takeaways
- The 2025 Bihar Assembly elections have highlighted significant internal conflicts within the Grand Alliance.
- The RJD and Congress are engaged in a public blame game following electoral losses.
- Speculation about a potential split between the two parties has intensified.
- Critical meetings are being organized to strategize for future political challenges.
- The outcome of this conflict could reshape Bihar's political landscape.
Patna, Nov 29 (NationPress) The outcome of the 2025 Bihar Assembly elections has significantly worsened the existing rifts within the Grand Alliance.
Following a devastating defeat at the polls, both the RJD and Congress have started to openly assign blame for the electoral failure.
Discontent intensified after a Congress evaluation meeting in Delhi, where the party is said to have held the RJD responsible for the loss.
On Saturday, the divide grew even wider when RJD state president Mangani Lal Mandal openly questioned the Congress’s role within the alliance.
Mandal claimed that the Congress obtained seats and garnered votes solely due to the RJD's backing.
“If Congress wants to pursue a different political path, let it — it will soon realize its true strength,” he remarked.
He pointed out that in 2020, Congress requested 72 seats and contested 70, yet even the 19 seats it won were attributed to the RJD's support.
His statements have reignited speculation about a potential split between the two parties.
Congress leaders firmly rejected Mandal’s assertions.
“If Congress is so feeble, why does RJD keep us in the alliance?” a senior leader questioned. They suggested that if Mangani Lal Mandal had issues, he should have discussed them with Tejashwi Yadav, the chairman of the Grand Alliance coordination committee, rather than voicing them publicly.
In the 2025 Assembly elections, Congress contested 61 seats and secured only six. Additionally, it encountered “friendly contests” with alliance members on over ten seats, further diminishing its chances.
Meanwhile, the RJD has convened a critical meeting of its MLAs on Saturday evening at the residence of Leader of the Opposition Tejashwi Yadav.
This meeting is expected to finalize the opposition’s strategy for the approaching legislative session.
As tensions have become public, the pressing question in Bihar’s political landscape is whether the RJD and Congress are on the brink of a split — which would signify a significant realignment in state politics.
Point of View
The rift between RJD and Congress within the Grand Alliance signals a critical juncture in Bihar politics. The blame game highlights not just internal fractures but also raises questions about coalition politics in India, where alliances often shift and evolve based on electoral outcomes and strategic interests.
NationPress
29/11/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What caused the rift within the Grand Alliance?
The rift was caused by the blame game that ensued after the 2025 Bihar Assembly elections, where both RJD and Congress suffered defeats.
What were the election results for Congress?
In the 2025 Assembly elections, Congress contested 61 seats and won only six, facing challenges from its own alliance partners.
How did RJD's leadership respond?
RJD state president Mangani Lal Mandal publicly questioned Congress's role, claiming that their electoral success was largely due to RJD's support.
Is there a possibility of a split in the alliance?
Yes, the public disputes and blame-shifting have led to speculation about a potential split between RJD and Congress.
What is the next step for the RJD?
The RJD has called for a meeting of its MLAs to discuss strategies for the upcoming legislative session amidst the growing tensions.
