Chirag Paswan Set for Bihar Assembly Debut: LJP Pushes for 'Bihar First' Leadership

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In a major political development ahead of the Bihar Assembly elections, Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas) chief and Union Minister Chirag Paswan is poised to make his debut in state politics, with his party unanimously backing his candidacy for the upcoming polls. The move is being projected as a strategic shift to amplify his “Bihar First, Bihari First” vision and position him as a leader for all sections of the state.

Key Highlights

Unanimous Party Support: The LJP (Ram Vilas) executive committee has passed a unanimous resolution urging Chirag Paswan to contest the assembly elections, reflecting strong grassroots and cadre sentiment.
General Seat Likely: Unlike previous contests from reserved constituencies, Chirag is expected to contest from a general (unreserved) seat—possibly Patna, Danapur, or Hajipur—to signal his pan-Bihar appeal.
Leadership Demand: Party MP Arun Bharti, also Paswan’s brother-in-law, emphasized that people across Bihar are demanding Chirag’s active leadership, believing only he can realize the vision of a developed and self-reliant Bihar.
Chirag’s Statement: Chirag Paswan has publicly stated he is ready to contest if the party decides, and that internal surveys are underway to assess the impact of his candidacy on the party and alliance’s prospects.
Chief Ministerial Projection: Internal discussions within LJP (RV) are projecting Chirag as a potential chief ministerial face for the NDA, with a major party rally—'Nav Sankalp Sabha'—planned on June 8 in Ara to consolidate support.
Strategic NDA Move: The decision is seen as part of the broader NDA strategy to strengthen its position against the RJD-led Mahagathbandhan, with seat-sharing talks yet to begin.
Public Sentiment: The push for Chirag to contest from a general seat is intended to broaden his appeal beyond the traditional Dalit base, positioning him as “the hope of the whole of Bihar”.
Election Timeline: Bihar Assembly elections are expected in October-November 2025, with a direct contest anticipated between the NDA and Mahagathbandhan, and Jan Suraaj party also in the fray.

As the political temperature rises in Bihar, Chirag Paswan’s likely entry into the assembly race is set to reshape the state’s electoral landscape and could be a game-changer for the NDA.

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