NDA’s Landslide Victory in Bihar: Nitish Kumar Leads Alliance to 202 Seats
In a decisive mandate, the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) has returned to power in Bihar, securing a massive 202 seats in the 243-member Assembly. The Mahagathbandhan (MGB), led by Tejashwi Yadav’s RJD, suffered a crushing defeat, failing to counter the NDA’s dominance.
Nitish Kumar’s Masterstroke: The Chanakya of Patna Strikes Again
Nitish Kumar, Bihar’s veteran leader, reaffirmed his political acumen by rejoining the NDA in January 2024—a move that paid off spectacularly. Critics dismissed it as opportunistic, but the results silenced doubters:
- JD(U)-BJP Synergy: Nitish’s developmental credentials and the BJP’s organizational strength proved unbeatable.
- Rural Dominance: The alliance swept rural and semi-urban seats, blending Modi’s national appeal with Nitish’s local trust.
Why the MGB Collapsed: 3 Critical Blunders
The Mahagathbandhan (RJD-Congress-Left) crumbled due to strategic failures:
- Leadership Disunity: Tejashwi’s job promises couldn’t mask infighting; Congress’s weak presence hurt the alliance.
- Failed Caste Strategy: The NDA outmaneuvered MGB by securing EBCs, Mahadalits, and OBCs, while BJP held upper castes.
- Development Over Populism: Voters preferred Nitish’s stability over MGB’s unfulfilled promises.
Key Takeaways from Bihar’s Verdict
- Nitish’s Legacy Cemented: At 73, his governance on infrastructure and women’s safety remains unmatched.
- BJP’s Growing Clout: The party won 80+ seats independently, signaling long-term dominance.
- RJD’s Decline: Stuck in its Muslim-Yadav base, Tejashwi’s energy couldn’t expand reach.
- Congress’s Crisis: Another poor show raises existential questions.
What’s Next for Bihar?
- NDA Stability: Can Nitish and BJP avoid friction?
- Jobs Push: Youth unemployment demands urgent action.
- Opposition Reckoning: Will MGB regroup or fracture further?
Nitish Kumar’s latest triumph underscores his survival genius—Bihar’s political king isn’t done yet.
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