NDA Storms to Victory in Bihar 2024 Elections
The National Democratic Alliance (NDA), led by the BJP and JD(U), is set for a landslide victory in the 2024 Bihar Assembly elections, as per early trends. The alliance has outperformed expectations, leaving the opposition Mahagathbandhan (RJD-Congress-Left) in a downward spiral. This marks a stark contrast to the closely fought 2020 polls.
Why Did NDA Win So Decisively?
- Modi-Nitish Double Engine: PM Modi’s rallies and CM Nitish Kumar’s governance narrative worked in sync, emphasizing development, law and order, and welfare schemes like PM Kisan.
- Caste Calculus Upended: BJP gained ground among Yadavs and Muslims, while JD(U) solidified EBC and Mahadalit support.
- Weak Opposition Strategy: The Mahagathbandhan lacked cohesion, with Tejashwi Yadav’s RJD failing to inspire and Congress shrinking further.
Mahagathbandhan’s Collapse: What Went Wrong?
- Leadership Crisis: Tejashwi Yadav couldn’t match Lalu Prasad’s charisma despite his “10 lakh jobs” promise.
- Congress’ Decline Continues: The party lost ground in yet another state, raising existential questions about its relevance.
- Left’s Vanishing Act: CPI(ML) and other Left parties failed to make an impact.
Key Takeaways from Bihar Verdict
✅ Nitish Kumar’s Masterstroke: His return to NDA in 2023 secured his political survival.
✅ BJP’s Expansion: Made inroads beyond traditional vote banks, signaling long-term dominance.
✅ Opposition in Disarray: No credible challenger to NDA’s hegemony in Bihar.
What’s Next?
- Nitish Kumar set for 8th term as CM, with a stronger mandate for infrastructure and welfare schemes.
- Mahagathbandhan faces existential crisis—will RJD and Congress rethink strategy?
- AIMIM, Smaller Parties Sidelined: Failed to influence the outcome.
Final Analysis
The Bihar 2024 verdict cements NDA’s grip on the Hindi heartland and exposes the opposition’s lack of a counter-narrative. Stay tuned for real-time updates, seat-wise trends, and expert insights only on NextMinuteNews.
