Political Accountability

The campaign reflects how electoral-roll revision has become a political issue involving voter inclusion, election administration and institutional credibility. Claims about deleted names should be assessed using official records and individual cases rather than political statements alone.

The BJP has questioned Jan Suraaj founder Prashant Kishor after a video purportedly showing an altercation involving party state president Manoj Bharti circulated on social media. The BJP also raised questions over alleged unpaid vendor dues of ₹70 lakh. Bharti reportedly described the incident as an old one, while separate reporting said the dispute had been resolved.

The Bihar BJP has launched a 15-day statewide campaign titled “Save Democracy, End Mob Rule” from October 22 to November 5, 2026. Led by state BJP president Sanjay Saraogi and organisational leaders, the campaign will address electoral-roll accuracy, voting rights and democratic institutions while responding to opposition allegations surrounding the Special Intensive Revision (SIR).

JD(U) MLA Anant Singh has triggered controversy with a remark about people being murdered, prompting fresh questions about political accountability and discipline within Bihar’s ruling alliance. The episode comes amid continuing tensions involving party leaders and local political rivalries.

Jan Suraaj Party chief Prashant Kishor has criticised Bihar's ruling NDA over Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary's remarks about Lord Ram and questioned Nitish Kumar's position within the alliance. The comments come ahead of the October 23, 2026, Bihar Legislative Council graduate and teachers' constituency elections.

Jan Suraaj Party chief Prashant Kishor is stepping up his criticism of Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary, bringing the party into the state's political debate despite its limited legislative strength. The confrontation comes as the BJP-led government manages coalition dynamics and opposition challenges.

Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary has announced financial assistance for the families of those killed in the Vaishali boat tragedy, while RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav has expressed grief and contacted officials. The incident has brought rescue operations, compensation and questions about river transport safety into focus.

Prashant Kishor has launched a fresh political attack on Nitish Kumar, claiming the Bihar Chief Minister’s influence has diminished after those who rose politically using his name moved into a new phase.

Questions have been raised over the Assembly membership of BJP MLA Raju Kumar Singh after his conviction in a culpable homicide case, with CPI-ML general secretary Dipankar Bhattacharya questioning why no decision has yet been taken on his membership.