The National Democratic Alliance (NDA) in Bihar recently announced its seat-sharing agreement for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections. The agreement was revealed at the BJP's national headquarters in New Delhi, with the BJP set to contest 17 seats, one more than its ally Janata Dal (U) at 16 seats. Other parties in the alliance include Lok Janshakti Party (LJP), Hindustani Awam Morcha (HAM), and Rashtriya Lok Morcha (RLM) with five, one, and one seat respectively.
Seat Allocation and Distribution
The announcement detailed the specific seats each party would contest. The BJP will be fighting on 17 seats, including West Champaran, East Champaran, and Patna Sahib. The JD(U) will contest on 16 seats, including Valmikinagar, Sitamarhi, and Nalanda. LJP will contest on five seats, while HAM and RLM will contest on one seat each. The alliance aims to win all 40 Lok Sabha seats in Bihar.
Political Dynamics and Reactions
The seat-sharing agreement reflects a shift from the 2019 distribution, with the BJP gaining an additional seat compared to the JD(U). The allocation of seats has led to some discontent among party members, with reports of dissatisfaction among Upendra Kushwaha's supporters over the allocation of only one seat to his party, RLM.
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Chirag Paswan, leading the LJP, appears to have outmaneuvered his uncle, Union Minister Pasupati Paras, in securing key seats. The announcement did not mention any accommodation for Paras, who had staked a claim on the Hajipur seat. The JD(U) representative expressed confidence in the alliance's prospects, foreseeing a significant victory in the upcoming elections.
Future Plans and Meetings
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Earlier today, the NDA finalised its seat-sharing formula in Bihar for Lok Sabha elections, announcing the BJP will contest 17 constituencies, the JD(U) 16 and… pic.twitter.com/76mUFLaFwj— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) March 18, 2024
The seat-sharing announcement precedes Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's visit to Delhi to meet with Prime Minister Modi and other senior BJP leaders. A gathering of the NDA is expected in the coming days, pending finalization of seat-sharing arrangements with the Biju Janata Dal (BJD). Odisha BJP leaders were also in Delhi to address issues with the central leadership.
Overall, the seat-sharing agreement in Bihar sets the stage for a closely contested Lok Sabha election, with each party strategically positioning itself to maximize its electoral gains. The dynamics within the alliance and the reactions from various party members highlight the complexities of coalition politics in the state. As the election campaign unfolds, the NDA will aim to leverage this agreement to secure a strong mandate in Bihar.
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(Inputs from agencies)
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