RLJP Chief Pashupati Kumar Paras Exits NDA, Citing Injustice in 2024 Polls

Paras, a loyal ally since 2014, announces plans to contest all 243 Bihar Assembly seats and signals openness to future alliances.

Pashupati Kumar Paras formally announced the RLJP's exit from the NDA, citing unfair treatment during the 2024 Lok Sabha elections.
Paras criticized the NDA for sidelining his party in favor of his nephew Chirag Paswan, who leads the Lok Janshakti Party (LJP).
The RLJP is launching a membership drive and preparing to field candidates in all 243 seats in the upcoming Bihar Assembly elections.
Paras hinted at the possibility of joining the opposition Mahagathbandhan if offered a respectful and suitable position.
The decision highlights ongoing fractures within Bihar's political landscape, with alliances and Dalit representation emerging as key issues.