Prashant Kishor Attacks NDA Over Lord Ram Remark, Questions Nitish Kumar's Position Ahead of Bihar MLC Polls
Patna: Jan Suraaj Party founder Prashant Kishor has intensified his criticism of Bihar's ruling National Democratic Alliance (NDA) ahead of the upcoming Legislative Council elections. He targeted Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary over his remarks about Lord Ram and questioned the political position of former Chief Minister Nitish Kumar within the ruling coalition.
Kishor's comments have added to the political debate surrounding the Patna Graduates' and Teachers' constituency elections, scheduled for October 23, 2026. He has urged voters to use the elections to hold the ruling establishment accountable for its performance.
Prashant Kishor Criticises Samrat Choudhary's Remarks About Lord Ram
Kishor criticised a statement by Samrat Choudhary concerning the Ram temple in Ayodhya. According to reports, Choudhary said that Lord Ram had lived in a tent for around 400 years and credited Prime Minister Narendra Modi with providing homes to the poor as well as a place for the deity.
Reacting to the remarks, Kishor accused the Chief Minister of arrogance and argued that the statement elevated Modi's political image excessively. His criticism has become a major part of Jan Suraaj's campaign against the ruling coalition.
The controversy has brought religious symbolism and political messaging into the discussion surrounding Bihar's Legislative Council elections.
Kishor Questions Nitish Kumar's Position in the NDA
The Jan Suraaj leader also questioned Nitish Kumar's role in the ruling alliance. Kishor alleged that political support had been sought in Nitish Kumar's name, while Samrat Choudhary had subsequently become Chief Minister.
He pointed to Nitish Kumar's limited visible presence in the campaign and questioned whether the JD(U) leadership and its candidates continued to enjoy his active support.
These remarks reflect Kishor's interpretation of the political dynamics within the NDA. The alliance's leadership and its constituent parties have their own positions on the transition in Bihar's government.
Bihar MLC Elections Become a Political Test
The upcoming Bihar Legislative Council elections cover four Graduates' and four Teachers' constituencies. Jan Suraaj is contesting all eight seats, placing itself in direct competition with candidates backed by established political parties.
Kishor has described the polls as an opportunity for voters to demand accountability rather than an election to immediately change the state government.
He has also campaigned on issues including employment opportunities for young people, teachers' pay and the need for elected representatives to respond to voters' concerns.
Jan Suraaj Seeks to Challenge the Ruling Coalition
Kishor's campaign represents an effort by Jan Suraaj to expand its political presence in Bihar beyond the major established parties. By raising questions about the government's leadership, public accountability and employment, he has sought to make these issues central to the council election campaign.
The NDA, meanwhile, remains the ruling coalition, with the BJP and JD(U) among its principal constituents. The election results will provide a measure of support for the competing candidates in the constituencies concerned, although they will not directly determine the state government's continuation in office.
Conclusion
Prashant Kishor's criticism of Samrat Choudhary's remarks about Lord Ram and his questions about Nitish Kumar's position have intensified the political debate ahead of Bihar's Legislative Council elections.
The campaign has brought together questions of political leadership, religious messaging, employment and public accountability. The results of the October 23 polls will determine the representation of the contested constituencies in the Bihar Legislative Council.
This article reports political statements and allegations attributed to Prashant Kishor. Contested interpretations are presented as his views rather than independently established facts.
