Prashant Kishor’s Sleepless Nights After Bihar Election Results
In an exclusive interview with NDTV, top political strategist Prashant Kishor admitted the Bihar 2024 assembly election results left him restless. The architect of landmark victories like Modi’s 2014 win and Mamata’s 2021 comeback revealed the emotional impact of the Mahagathbandhan’s defeat.
Why Bihar Results Hit Kishor Hard
The NDA’s victory under Nitish Kumar and BJP marked a personal setback for Kishor, who advised the opposition Grand Alliance. Despite meticulous planning, the coalition fell short—a stark lesson in Indian politics’ unpredictability.
“I haven’t slept since results day,” Kishor confessed. “It’s not about the loss, but the ‘what-ifs.’ Elections hinge on emotions and last-minute swings beyond pure data.”
Key Reasons Behind Mahagathbandhan’s Loss
Kishor identified three critical gaps:
1. Nitish Kumar’s Enduring Appeal: Underestimated the CM’s connection with backward castes.
2. BJP’s Grassroots Might: The NDA’s stability narrative and organizational strength outpaced opposition efforts.
3. Vote Fragmentation: Rebel candidates split anti-NDA votes in tight constituencies.
Kishor’s Warning for Indian Opposition
The strategist emphasized evolving voter priorities: “Youth want aspirational leaders, not just caste math. Oppositions must adapt or keep losing.”
What’s Next for Kishor?
Though non-committal about future projects, he hinted at a break: “Defeats teach tough lessons. I’ll return stronger.”
Political Reactions
- BJP: Dismissed remarks as “sour grapes.”
- Rahul Gandhi: Praised Kishor’s accountability in a tweeted response.
The Human Cost of Election Battles
Kishor’s candidness sheds light on strategists’ pressures—sleepless nights, second-guessing, and the weight of expectations in India’s high-stakes democracy.
As Bihar’s NDA government takes charge, Kishor’s introspection underscores that no victory is guaranteed, even for political masterminds.
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