Bihar Elections 2025: 56 Days & Counting – Where Is Rahul Gandhi?
With just 56 days remaining until the Bihar Assembly Elections 2025, political parties are in overdrive—rallies, alliances, and sharp rhetoric dominate the landscape. Yet, Rahul Gandhi, Congress’s prominent leader, remains missing from the scene. His absence sparks debates—Is this strategic silence or a costly delay?
Why Rahul Gandhi’s Absence Matters
Bihar’s 243-seat battle is crucial for the INDIA alliance (Congress, RJD, Left). While Tejashwi Yadav (RJD) aggressively pushes his “Bihar First” agenda and PM Modi’s BJP floods the state with rallies, Rahul’s no-show is glaring.
- Congress insiders claim he’s focusing on national strategy and will join later.
- Critics argue his delay risks alienating voters, especially as smaller parties like CPI(ML) mobilize strongly.
Political analyst Ajay Kumar warns: “Bihar expects national leaders to engage early. If Rahul waits too long, Congress may fade in its own alliance.”
Congress’s Fading Footprint in Bihar
From 27 seats (2010) to just 2 (2020), Congress’s decline is stark. The party now leans heavily on RJD, raising doubts about its relevance. Without Rahul’s visibility, BJP and JD(U) fuel narratives of a weak opposition.
- BJP’s attack: Union Minister Giriraj Singh taunts, “Rahul is holidaying while Modi works for Bihar.”
- JD(U) jabs: Questions INDIA bloc’s unity, asking, “If their top leader skips Bihar, how will they govern?”
Will Rahul Gandhi Enter the Fray?
Rumors suggest a high-voltage October campaign, targeting BJP on jobs and caste justice. But Bihar’s complex caste dynamics demand more than a last-minute push.
Key concerns:
– Can Rahul’s late entry sway momentum from RJD’s dominance?
– Is he prioritizing 2024 Lok Sabha over Bihar’s state polls?
Leadership Test: Impact Beyond Bihar
A poor Bihar showing could weaken the INDIA bloc’s credibility before 2024. Conversely, a strong Congress presence could shift narratives.
Final question:
Will Rahul Gandhi step up in time—or will his silence cost the opposition dearly?
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