Have the BJP Candidates for Bihar Elections Been Finalised?

Synopsis
Key Takeaways
- BJP has finalized most candidates for the Bihar elections.
- Internal discussions focused on public sentiment regarding sitting MLAs.
- The NDA alliance remains intact with a positive seat-sharing arrangement.
- Younger candidates may be prioritized this election cycle.
- Upcoming rallies by Prime Minister Modi will be crucial for the campaign.
New Delhi, Oct 13 (NationPress) The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Central Election Committee convened to discuss the Bihar Assembly elections has successfully wrapped up its meeting, solidifying the majority of the party's candidates.
As per insider information, no additional meetings of the Central Election Committee are anticipated.
It was resolved during the meeting that sitting MLAs who are facing public backlash may not receive tickets, paving the way for a number of youthful candidates to step into the spotlight this election cycle.
The BJP's inaugural list of candidates is projected to be unveiled today.
Sources indicate that the NDA alliance remains cohesive, with all partners expressing satisfaction with the seat-sharing arrangement.
Reports suggest that Hindustani Awam Morcha (HAM) President Jitan Ram Manjhi is pleased with the current seat-sharing framework; his son has been promised a significant portfolio within the Bihar government, while Manjhi himself is under consideration for a prominent Ministry at the Centre.
Moreover, Rashtriya Lok Morcha (RLM) Chief Upendra Kushwaha, despite a previous electoral defeat, has secured a nomination to the Rajya Sabha and will continue to enjoy political backing from the NDA.
In stark contrast, the Mahagathbandhan (Grand Alliance) is currently struggling with visible internal discord.
The Central Election Committee's meeting included notable attendees such as Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Union Home Minister Amit Shah, BJP President J.P. Nadda, and other prominent figures.
Sources have also revealed that the discussions encompassed the NDA's campaign strategies, outreach initiatives, and Prime Minister Modi's upcoming rallies in Bihar.
On the previous day, Bihar BJP Election In-charge Dharmendra Pradhan disclosed the NDA's seat-sharing plan via the social media platform X.
According to the seat-sharing agreement, both the BJP and Nitish Kumar's Janata Dal-United will contest a total of 101 seats each, while Chirag Paswan's Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas) has been allocated 29 seats. Both Jitan Ram Manjhi's HAM and Upendra Kushwaha's RLM will vie for six seats each.