One nation one election needed: Chirag Paswan
2 months, 3 weeks ago

One nation one election needed: Chirag Paswan

Hindustan Times  

Lok Janshakti Party chief and Union minister Chirag Paswan on Thursday said “one nation one election” was the need of the country as it will reduce economic burden of it. Lok Janshakti Party leader and Union minister Chirag Paswan in UP’s Kaushambi on September 26. Addressing a ‘Vanchit Samaj Sammelan’ in Muratganj area of Kaushambi, Paswan accused the opposition parties like Congress, SP and BSP of trying to take political advantage by creating fear about reservation and Constitution. Countering SP chief Akhilesh Yadav’s statement terming STF ‘Special Thakur Force’, Paswan said encounters were carried out in a planned manner under his government.

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Uddhav Thackeray says 'One Nation, One Election' attempt to divert attention, takes a dig at Mahayuti
1 week ago

Uddhav Thackeray says 'One Nation, One Election' attempt to divert attention, takes a dig at Mahayuti

India TV News  

Shiv Sena chief Uddhav Thackeray on Tuesday said that the ‘one election, one nation’ tabled by the government is an attempt to divert attention and asked to hold elections on ballot paper if people have doubts. The former Maharashtra Chief Minister said that the election commissioner should also be elected by the people. Speaking at a conference, Thackeray said that …

Chirag Paswan: I Focused My Concerns on the Section of Society My Father Raised His Voice For
2 months ago

Chirag Paswan: I Focused My Concerns on the Section of Society My Father Raised His Voice For

ABP News  

Union Minister Chirag Paswan has expressed satisfaction with the one seat he secured for the Jharkhand Assembly elections under the NDA. He addressed recent criticism of his policies and highlighted his coordination with the Prime Minister, asserting that it is not possible to have a bad equation with him. Paswan also dismissed reports of the LJP demanding 4-5 seats from …

‘One Nation, One Election’ Bill To Be Introduced In Parliament, Efforts On To Build Consensus: Rajnath Singh
3 months ago

‘One Nation, One Election’ Bill To Be Introduced In Parliament, Efforts On To Build Consensus: Rajnath Singh

ABP News  

Jammu, Sep 22 Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Sunday said the BJP-led government is going to table a bill on ‘one nation, one election’ in Parliament and will try to build a consensus as holding the Lok Sabha and assembly elections together across the country will help save three lakh crores. Addressing an election rally at Sainik Colony here, Singh …

Chirag Paswan re-elected as LJP(RV) chief at Ranchi meet
3 months, 4 weeks ago

Chirag Paswan re-elected as LJP(RV) chief at Ranchi meet

The Hindu  

Union Minister Chirag Paswan was on Sunday re-elected as the national president of Lok Janshakti Party for the next five years. Mr. Paswan asserted at the meeting that his party is willing to contest the Assembly election in Jharkhand to strengthen its support base in the tribal-dominated State. I have sought suggestions from them on contesting Assembly elections and what …

After 5/5 feat, Chirag’s party sure of one berth, a second in bonus
6 months, 2 weeks ago

After 5/5 feat, Chirag’s party sure of one berth, a second in bonus

Hindustan Times  

Upbeat after its sterling performance in the just-concluded parliamentary elections in which it won all five seats it fought in Bihar, Chirag Paswan’s Lok Janshakti Party is sure of getting at least one berth in the new NDA Cabinet at the Centre and an additional berth in bonus, party leaders said. Lok Janshakti Party president Chirag Paswan, along with family …

Chirag Paswan assured of 1 Cabinet post, hopeful of state minister berth too
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Chirag Paswan assured of 1 Cabinet post, hopeful of state minister berth too

Hindustan Times  

Chirag Paswan-led Lok Janshakti Party or LJP-RV, which was assured of one berth in the Union Cabinet, was hopeful of getting one state minister berth as well. Lok Janshakti Party leader Chirag Paswan celebrating his victory. Paswan, who has described himself as Modi’s “Hanuman”, thanked people for the victory on all five seats LJP-RV contested. Modi showed his faith in …

‘Wish Modi becomes CM again’: Nitish Kumar goofs up at poll rally | WATCH
6 months, 3 weeks ago

‘Wish Modi becomes CM again’: Nitish Kumar goofs up at poll rally | WATCH

India TV News  

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's repeated 'slip of tongue' instances have been drawing significant attention amid the Lok Sabha Elections 2024. Following the flub where he mentioned "four thousand seats for the NDA," for which he has been consistently targeted by the opposition, the Bihar Chief Minister on Sunday erroneously stated that "Narendra Modi will become Chief Minister once again." …

Lok Sabha polls: Legacy, development aspirations key factors in Hajipur seat
7 months ago

Lok Sabha polls: Legacy, development aspirations key factors in Hajipur seat

Hindustan Times  

Twenty-year-old Gunjan Kumar spends 12 hours out of the house every single day. Ram Vilas Paswan’s brother Pasupati Paras is the Hajipur MP, but the seat has now been given to LJP chief Chirag Paswan. The seat is significant because it was once home to Ram Vilas Paswan, former union minister and LJP president, who’s death in 2020 brought a …

Lok Sabha Elections 2024: Chirag Paswan threatens legal action against Tejashwi Yadav over reservation remarks
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Lok Sabha Elections 2024: Chirag Paswan threatens legal action against Tejashwi Yadav over reservation remarks

India TV News  

Lok Janshakti Party president Chirag Paswan on Friday threatened legal action against RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav for making "false" statements about the former's stand on reservations. At rallies, especially in the Lok Sabha constituency of Hajipur which Paswan is contesting, Yadav has been claiming that the LJP chief has advocated scrapping of reservations for affluent Dalits. The LJP, an NDA …

22 LJP leaders resign over ticket denial; accuse Chirag Paswan of ‘selling tickets’
8 months, 2 weeks ago

22 LJP leaders resign over ticket denial; accuse Chirag Paswan of ‘selling tickets’

The Hindu  

Over 20 Lok Janshakti Party leaders and workers quit the party recently and accused party chief Chirag Paswan of “nepotism” and “neglect of party leaders and workers in ticket distribution” for the upcoming Lok Sabha election. “None of the party leaders or workers were given party tickets to contest the Lok Sabha election, the tickets were virtually sold off to …

Chirag Paswan’s party to declare LS poll candidates ‘immediately’ after Holi
8 months, 4 weeks ago

Chirag Paswan’s party to declare LS poll candidates ‘immediately’ after Holi

The Hindu  

National Democratic Alliance ally Chirag Paswan on March 24 said his Lok Janshakti Party will declare its candidates for the Lok Sabha election “immediately after Holi”. Mr. Paswan, whose party has got five of the 40 Lok Sabha seats in Bihar, also said he was “ready for any challenge” that came from his estranged uncle Pashupati Kumar Paras. immediately after …

Chirag Paswan on possible Lok Sabha election faceoff with Pashupati Paras: ‘Uncle to decide’
9 months ago

Chirag Paswan on possible Lok Sabha election faceoff with Pashupati Paras: ‘Uncle to decide’

Hindustan Times  

Lok Janshakti Party chief Chirag Paswan said he's willing to run for the Hajipur Lok Sabha seat against his uncle, Pashupati Kumar Paras. However, he refrained from attacking the Rashtriya Lok Janshakti Party leader and said that it's up to his uncle to decide if he wants to support Prime Minister Narendra Modi or not. Pashupati Paras and Chirag Paswan …

Union Min Pashupati Paras Likely To Resign From Modi Cabinet After BJP Leaves Him Out Of NDA Seat-Sharing
9 months ago

Union Min Pashupati Paras Likely To Resign From Modi Cabinet After BJP Leaves Him Out Of NDA Seat-Sharing

ABP News  

Union Minister Pashupati Paras is likely to tender his resignation from the Modi Cabinet on Tuesday and has called for a press conference on Wednesday to outline his future course of action. The NDA leaders, while announcing the seat-sharing arrangement for the 40 Lok Sabha seats in Bihar, allocated 17 constituencies to the BJP, 16 to the Janata Dal, and …

One nation, one election: Key recommendations Ram Nath Kovind panel made in its report
9 months, 1 week ago

One nation, one election: Key recommendations Ram Nath Kovind panel made in its report

Hindustan Times  

A high-level committee headed by former president Ram Nath Kovind on Thursday submitted its report on the feasibility of holding simultaneous elections for Lok Sabha, state assemblies and local bodies across the country. Ram Nath Kovind, chairman of the High-Level Committee on 'One Nation, One Election', presents the report to President Droupadi Murmu, in New Delhi, on March 14. The …

BJP offers 5 seats including Hajipur to Chirag Paswan in Bihar, no seat to Pashupati Paras: Sources
9 months, 1 week ago

BJP offers 5 seats including Hajipur to Chirag Paswan in Bihar, no seat to Pashupati Paras: Sources

India TV News  

Bharatiya Janata Party has offered 5 seats including Hajipur to Lok Janshakti Party-Ram Vilas chief Chirag Paswan in Bihar and no seat was given to his uncle Rashtriya Lok Janshakti Party leader Pashupati Kumar Paras, said the sources on Wednesday. "As a member of the NDA, today in a meeting with BJP National President Hon Shri @jpnadda ji, we have …

Lok Sabha polls | Chirag Paswan cautions BJP before seat-sharing announcement
9 months, 1 week ago

Lok Sabha polls | Chirag Paswan cautions BJP before seat-sharing announcement

The Hindu  

Lok Janshakti Party president and Jamui Lok Sabha member Chirag Paswan on March 10 indirectly cautioned the BJP before making any final decision on seat sharing. Highlighting the requirement in the State, Mr. Paswan said people want good education, good health infrastructure in their own State, district, block and village instead of going to other States. I also want to …

'Strongly Raised My Concerns, Received Assurances': Chirag Paswan On Meeting With Shah, Nadda
10 months, 3 weeks ago

'Strongly Raised My Concerns, Received Assurances': Chirag Paswan On Meeting With Shah, Nadda

ABP News  

Lok Janshakti Party leader Chirag Paswan on Saturday expressed strong concerns during a meeting with Union Home Minister Amit Shah and BJP president J P Nadda. The meeting, which revolved around the possibility of Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar rejoining forces with his former ally, resulted in Paswan receiving assurances from the top BJP leadership. Although Paswan did not disclose …

Chirag’s campaign begins in Hajipur; Paras hints at Nitish’s return to NDA
11 months ago

Chirag’s campaign begins in Hajipur; Paras hints at Nitish’s return to NDA

Hindustan Times  

Lok Janshakti Party - Ramvilas president and Jamui MP Chirag Paswan on Tuesday launched his party’s Sankalp Sabha from Hajipur, the seat his father Ramvilas Paswan represented eight times between 1977 and 2019 and is presently a bone of contention with his uncle Pashupati Kumar Paras. Lok Janshakti Party president Chirag Paswan addresses his party’s first Sankalp Mahasabha in Hajipur …

‘Will be a disaster for Indian democracy’: AIMIM chief Owaisi on One Nation, One Election
11 months, 1 week ago

‘Will be a disaster for Indian democracy’: AIMIM chief Owaisi on One Nation, One Election

Hindustan Times  

All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen chief Asaduddin Owaisi on Monday expressed his opposition to the idea of 'One Nation, One Election', saying that the proposal will be a "disaster" for Indian democracy and federalism and that it is a "solution searching for a problem". "I write to you to oppose the proposal of "One Nation, One Election" in my capacity as …

Bihar: ‘PM Modi backed my claim on father Ram Vilas Paswan's legacy’, says Chirag Paswan
1 year, 1 month ago

Bihar: ‘PM Modi backed my claim on father Ram Vilas Paswan's legacy’, says Chirag Paswan

India TV News  

Former Lok Janshakti Party president Chirag Paswan on Friday asserted that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has acknowledged his claim to the political legacy of late father Ram Vilas Paswan. Chirag Paswan made the averment berating uncle and Union minister Pashupati Kumar Paras who will hold a rally later this month in Hajipur, the Lok Sabha seat nurtured by the late …

One Nation, One Election: Kovind-led panel discusses common ID, electoral roll
1 year, 3 months ago

One Nation, One Election: Kovind-led panel discusses common ID, electoral roll

Hindustan Times  

The panel headed by former President Ram Nath Kovind to discuss the feasibility of holding simultaneous elections across the country met for the first time on Saturday and discussed several aspects, including the possibility of a common voter ID card and electoral roll and the necessary modifications required in laws, people familiar with the matter said. The eight-member high-level committee …

'One Nation, One Election in interest of India if done with correct intentions': Prashant Kishor
1 year, 3 months ago

'One Nation, One Election in interest of India if done with correct intentions': Prashant Kishor

Firstpost  

Explaining the pros of ‘One Nation, One Election’, political strategist Prashant Kishor said that it will bring down costs that the country has to spend on elections multiple times as well as make it easier for voters who have to take a decision only once Political strategist Prashant Kishor said that the idea of ‘One Nation, One Election’ can be …

Rajasthan: LPG rate will be Rs 5,000 if 'one nation, one election' is implemented, says Kejriwal
1 year, 3 months ago

Rajasthan: LPG rate will be Rs 5,000 if 'one nation, one election' is implemented, says Kejriwal

India TV News  

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal along with Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann launched the Aam Aadmi Party's 'guarantee cards' ahead of the Rajasthan Assembly polls due later this year. The Delhi CM attacked PM Modi over the 'one nation one election' idea. Kejriwal attacks PM Targeting the PM, Kejriwal said if the 'one nation, one election' proposal becomes a reality, the …

One Nation One Election: Panel Gets into Action With Preparatory Briefing by Officials to Kovind, Say Sources
1 year, 3 months ago

One Nation One Election: Panel Gets into Action With Preparatory Briefing by Officials to Kovind, Say Sources

News 18  

BJP Has Come up With New Gimmick 'One Nation, One Election': Arvind Kejriwal “The BJP has come up with a new gimmick ‘One Nation, One Election’. #WATCH | On Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury not joining the committee formed for One Nation One Election, Union Minister Rajeev Chandrasekhar says, “… One Nation One election is a powerful idea and its time has …

'One Nation, One Election' A Good Idea, But May Not Happen Anytime Soon | HT Decode
1 year, 3 months ago

'One Nation, One Election' A Good Idea, But May Not Happen Anytime Soon | HT Decode

Hindustan Times  

'One Nation, One Election' A Good Idea, But May Not Happen Anytime Soon | HT Decode The agenda for the upcoming special session of the Parliament is still under wraps. But speculation is rife that the Modi Government will move a bill on 'one nation, one election'. In this episode of HT Decode, our editor-in-chief Sukumar Ranganathan decodes the pros, …

CPI-M leader Manik Sarkar opposes 'One Nation, One Election', says BJP is scared of I.N.D.I.A – India TV
1 year, 3 months ago

CPI-M leader Manik Sarkar opposes 'One Nation, One Election', says BJP is scared of I.N.D.I.A – India TV

India TV News  

One Nation One Election row: Former Tripura chief minister and senior CPI leader Manik Sarkar opposed the Centre's proposal to bring 'One Nation, One Election' on Saturday during an election rally at Manaipathar under the Dhanpur Assembly constituency in Sepahijala district. Sarkar, the CPI politburo member, asserted the Centre is reportedly planning to bring a new bill in the Lok …

'Humein kya milega?' Kejriwal rejects Centre's 'One Nation, One Election' idea
1 year, 3 months ago

'Humein kya milega?' Kejriwal rejects Centre's 'One Nation, One Election' idea

India Today  

Amid the ongoing political debate over the Centre's 'One Nation One Election' proposal, Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Sunday called for the need to implement "One Nation One Education", countering BJP attempts to club Lok Sabha and Assembly elections. "I have been witnessing the new topic introduced by the BJP, 'One Nation One Election'. "Our benefit is in One …

‘One Nation, One Election’ will bring stability, says Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister; Samajwadi Party calls it a malicious attempt to establish monarchy
1 year, 3 months ago

‘One Nation, One Election’ will bring stability, says Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister; Samajwadi Party calls it a malicious attempt to establish monarchy

The Hindu  

As the Union Government formed a committee to deliberate on the idea of “One Nation, One Election”, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Friday said the step would ensure ‘prosperity’ and the ‘stability’ of democracy. Mr. Adityanath added that it was necessary for a State like Uttar Pradesh to conduct Parliamentary, Assembly, and all other elections simultaneously as frequent …

'One Nation, One Election': 'Step taken in interest of nation,' tweets Keshav Prasad Maurya
1 year, 3 months ago

'One Nation, One Election': 'Step taken in interest of nation,' tweets Keshav Prasad Maurya

India TV News  

The Centre on Thursday formed a committee for 'One Nation, One Election' under the leadership of former president Ramnath Kovind. On Thursday, it was speculated that the central government may introduce the 'One Nation, One Election' bill during Parliament's special session from September 18 to 22. Shiv Sena leader and MP Sanjay Raut said that the Centre have brought this …

Chirag Paswan parted ways with NDA because of Bihar CM Nitish Kumar's arrogance: Nityanand Rai
1 year, 4 months ago

Chirag Paswan parted ways with NDA because of Bihar CM Nitish Kumar's arrogance: Nityanand Rai

India TV News  

Bihar news: Union Minister Nityanand Rai has rejected Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's charge that former Lok Janshakti Party president Chirag Paswan had worked as a Bharatiya Janata Party agent in the assembly polls three years ago. Rai alleged that Paswan had parted ways with NDA because of the arrogance of Kumar, the JD's supreme leader, whom he also charged …

With Hajipur Seat Issue Still Burning, BJP Chirag Paswan Pashupati Paras Lok Sabha Polls 2023
1 year, 4 months ago

With Hajipur Seat Issue Still Burning, BJP Chirag Paswan Pashupati Paras Lok Sabha Polls 2023

ABP News  

Soon after joining a common alliance platform — the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance — Chirag Paswan and his uncle Pashupati Kumar Paras have seemingly decided to bury the hatchet till the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. According to BJP sources, both Lok Janshakti Party chief, Chirag Paswan, and president of the Rashtriya Lok Janshakti Party, Pashupati Paras, are likely to contest …

'Will Contest LS Polls From Hajipur': Pashupati Paras Says Feud With Nephew Chirag Paswan Still On
1 year, 5 months ago

'Will Contest LS Polls From Hajipur': Pashupati Paras Says Feud With Nephew Chirag Paswan Still On

ABP News  

New Delhi: Clearing the air on the possibility of reconciliation of his party with that of his nephew Chirag Paswan, Union Minister and Rashtriya Lok Janshakti Party chief Pashupati Kumar Paras on Saturday said “this is not the case”, news agency PTI reported. I am an MP there, I am a cabinet minister in the Government of India and an …

Don't Betray People Of Your Constituency: Pashupati Paras To Chirag Paswan On Contesting Hajipur Seat
1 year, 5 months ago

Don't Betray People Of Your Constituency: Pashupati Paras To Chirag Paswan On Contesting Hajipur Seat

ABP News  

Hajipur Lok Sabha MP and Rashtriya Lok Janshakti Party chief Pashupati Kumar Paras on Tuesday advised his nephew Chirag Paswan not to betray the people of his constituency after Lok Janshakti Party head claimed to contest from the same seat in the 2024 Lok Sabha polls. A day after rejoining the National Democratic Alliance, Chirag Paswan on Tuesday said he …

Chirag Paswan formally announces his return to the NDA
1 year, 5 months ago

Chirag Paswan formally announces his return to the NDA

The Hindu  

Nearly three years after breaking away from the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance, Chirag Paswan, who heads one faction of his late father Ram Vilas Paswan’s Lok Janshakti Party, announced his formal return to the coalition, and said that his party, the LJP, will be contesting the next Lok Sabha elections in an alliance with the BJP. “We have taken a …

Chirag Paswan meets Amit Shah, J.P. Nadda; returns to NDA
1 year, 5 months ago

Chirag Paswan meets Amit Shah, J.P. Nadda; returns to NDA

The Hindu  

Lok Janshakti Party leader Chirag Paswan has decided to return to the NDA, BJP chief J P Nadda announced on Monday, hours after Mr. Paswan met Union Home Minister Amit Shah, a day before the crucial meeting of the ruling coalition. Mr. Paswan had been in talks with the BJP for finalising his party's share of Lok Sabha seats in …

Chirag Paswan meets Amit Shah, J.P. Nadda; returns to NDA
1 year, 5 months ago

Chirag Paswan meets Amit Shah, J.P. Nadda; returns to NDA

The Hindu  

Lok Janshakti Party leader Chirag Paswan has decided to return to the NDA, BJP chief J P Nadda announced on Monday, hours after Mr. Paswan met Union Home Minister Amit Shah, a day before the crucial meeting of the ruling coalition. Mr. Paswan had been in talks with the BJP for finalising his party's share of Lok Sabha seats in …

Chirag Paswan: Understanding Modi's 'Hanuman' and his politics over the years
1 year, 5 months ago

Chirag Paswan: Understanding Modi's 'Hanuman' and his politics over the years

India TV News  

It was politically very charged Monday. Lok Janshakti Party chief Chirag Paswan met Home Minister Amit Shah and BJP chief JP Nadda today. Paswan was in talks with the BJP for finalising his party's share of Lok Sabha seats in Bihar for the Lok Sabha 2024 and the meeting was seen as part of that exercise. After Paswan's death in …

BJP tries to broker peace between LJP factions in bid to court Paswan vote
1 year, 5 months ago

BJP tries to broker peace between LJP factions in bid to court Paswan vote

The Hindu  

Ahead of the July 18 meeting of the National Democratic Alliance, where Prime Minister Narendra Modi is likely to be present, the BJP is trying to tie-up the loose ends of the coalition in Bihar. Pashupati Kumar Paras, the late Paswan’s brother and leader of the Rashtriya Lok Jan Shakti Party has been warring with his nephew Chirag Paswan, leader …

BJP chief Nadda writes to Chirag Paswan to join NDA meeting on July 18
1 year, 5 months ago

BJP chief Nadda writes to Chirag Paswan to join NDA meeting on July 18

The Hindu  

Lok Janshakti Party leader Chirag Paswan is likely to attend the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance meeting on July 18 as the ruling party goes all out to put up a show of strength amid hectic efforts by the Opposition to unite against the Modi Government. Union Minister Nityanand Rai met with Mr. Paswan on Friday night for the second time …

Former LJP Chief Chirag Paswan Drops Hints of Joining BJP-led NDA
1 year, 5 months ago

Former LJP Chief Chirag Paswan Drops Hints of Joining BJP-led NDA

Deccan Chronicle  

Patna: Former Lok Janshakti Party chief Chirag Paswan on Sunday dropped hints of joining the BJP-led NDA for which he had campaigned in the recent by-polls in Bihar.At a meeting of Lok Janshakti Party, a splinter group of the LJP floated by his late father Ram Vilas Paswan, Chirag was "authorised" to take a decision with regard to the party …

Ahead of 2024 poll, Chirag Paswan likely to join NDA
1 year, 5 months ago

Ahead of 2024 poll, Chirag Paswan likely to join NDA

The Hindu  

Ahead of Lok Sabha election of 2024, Chirag Paswan, the national president of Lok Janshakti Party is set to return to NDA, and said that a decision on an alliance with BJP will be announced in the coming days. The State and national office bearers along with the senior leaders of the party made the consensus to authorize Mr. Paswan …

Chirag Paswan an 'NDA ally'; to campaign for BJP candidates in Bihar by-polls: Sanjay Jaiswal
2 years, 1 month ago

Chirag Paswan an 'NDA ally'; to campaign for BJP candidates in Bihar by-polls: Sanjay Jaiswal

India TV News  

Highlights Sanjay Jaiswal made the averment at a press conference in Patna "We treat all parties that have fought elections in alliance with us and supported us," he said Chirag very much fits the bill and he will be campaigning on October 31 and November 1, he said Chirag Paswan will be campaigning for the Bharatiya Janata Party candidates for …

Chirag Paswan to face Gujarat, Himachal Pradesh elections without an alliance
2 years, 2 months ago

Chirag Paswan to face Gujarat, Himachal Pradesh elections without an alliance

The Hindu  

With speculation rife about Lok Janshakti Party chief Chirag Paswan joining the BJP, after having walked out of the alliance ahead of the 2020 Bihar Assembly election, he has announced that his party will contest the upcoming Gujarat and Himachal Pradesh Assembly elections alone. However, his party will be part of an alliance for the next Bihar election, he added. …

Chirag Paswan interview | ‘No going back to NDA, will find an ally’
2 years, 4 months ago

Chirag Paswan interview | ‘No going back to NDA, will find an ally’

The Hindu  

I have no reason to ally with the BJP, neither do they have a vision nor leaders in Bihar, Lok Janshakti Party President Chirag Paswan said in an interview to The Hindu, days after the reconfiguration of the political equation in Bihar. Mr. Paswan as the national President of Lok Janshakti Party in the 2020 assembly elections had walked out …

Bihar politics: Nitish Kumar will not be able to complete his 5-year-term, says Chirag Paswan
2 years, 4 months ago

Bihar politics: Nitish Kumar will not be able to complete his 5-year-term, says Chirag Paswan

India TV News  

Highlights LJP prez Chirag Paswan claimed that Nitish Kumar will not be able to complete his tenure Mid-term poll is likely to take place any time from now, claims Chirag Paswan amid political storm At present, no one knows what's in store for Bihar: Chirag Paswan Bihar politics : Amid a political storm in Bihar, LJP president Chirag Paswan on …

Chirag’s heart warms up with PM Modi’s message on Paswan’s death anniversary
3 years, 3 months ago

Chirag’s heart warms up with PM Modi’s message on Paswan’s death anniversary

Hindustan Times  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi late Saturday evening spoke to Member Of Parliament from Jamui and Lok Janshakti Party leader Chirag Paswan on his father and former Union minister Ram Vilas Paswan’s first death anniversary. The PM also sent him a long message expressing his respect for senior Paswan’s contributions to politics and it came at a time when Chirag was …

Chirag Paswan bristles at possible Cabinet entry for Pasupati Paras
3 years, 5 months ago

Chirag Paswan bristles at possible Cabinet entry for Pasupati Paras

The Hindu  

After embarking on his Aashirwad yatra from Hajipur on July 5, Lok Janshakti Party leader and MP Chirag Paswan on Tuesday said he would go to court if his uncle and expelled party leader Pashupati Kumar Paras was inducted into the Union Cabinet. Mr. Paswan also slammed Chief Minister Nitish Kumar’s government in Bihar and said the “countdown of this …

Chirag Paswan's Downfall: A Blood Feud or Nitish Kumar's Painstakingly-crafted Payback?
3 years, 6 months ago

Chirag Paswan's Downfall: A Blood Feud or Nitish Kumar's Painstakingly-crafted Payback?

News 18  

The Bihar assembly election 2020 was pegged to be his coming of age test. Chirag Paswan, to whom his father Ram Vilas Paswan had passed on the baton of the Lok Janshakti Party in his lifetime, was left to plough a lonely furrow in the absence of the wise counsel of his father, the redoubtable Dalit leader from Bihar with …

The fracture in LJP will impact Bihar’s politics
3 years, 6 months ago

The fracture in LJP will impact Bihar’s politics

Hindustan Times  

Eight months after Ram Vilas Paswan’s death, there has been a coup in the Lok Janashakti Party. Paswan’s successor and his son, Chirag, with what many assume to be a nod from the Bharatiya Janata Party, decided to contest the Bihar assembly polls independently, breaking away from the National Democratic Alliance in the state while backing it at the Centre. …

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