In Bihar’s high-stakes political battlefield, alliances often shift like quicksand — and the latest one between Chief Minister Nitish Kumar and LJP (Ram Vilas) chief Chirag Paswan has set off a new wave of speculation.
Once bitter opponents, the two leaders have surprisingly decided to bury the hatchet and walk together again under the NDA umbrella ahead of the 2025 Bihar Assembly elections.
This reunion marks a dramatic turnaround. Back in 2020, Chirag Paswan’s bold decision to part ways with the NDA and contest solo had hit Nitish Kumar’s leadership hard, costing the alliance several key seats. The move also positioned Chirag as a young, fearless voice — someone who dared to challenge Bihar’s longest-serving chief minister. But politics, as always, thrives on changing equations. With the opposition RJD-led Mahagathbandhan gaining ground and anti-incumbency posing a risk, both Nitish and Chirag seem to have realized that unity is their best bet for survival.
Political observers view this partnership as a mutual necessity rather than mere goodwill. For Nitish, it could mean a stronger social coalition and renewed credibility within the NDA. For Chirag, it offers greater reach, legitimacy, and a seat at the decision-making table. Yet, beneath this show of unity lies the real question — who truly benefits more?
Will Nitish Kumar regain his lost stature as Bihar’s undisputed leader, or will Chirag Paswan — carrying forward his father’s legacy — emerge as the new power centre in state politics? One thing is certain: this alliance has reignited Bihar’s political theatre, and the stage is set for a riveting battle in 2025. bihar election 2025
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