< p>BJP leader Chirag Paswan is set to campaign for the party in the upcoming Bihar bypolls, a move that could see him return to the National Democratic Alliance (NDA). The decision comes as Paswan has been facing pressure from his own party members and allies to rejoin the NDA.
Paswan had left the BJP in August 2020 after a bitter dispute with then-Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other senior party leaders. He joined the Samajwadi Party (SP) shortly thereafter, paving the way for his cousin Rajya Sabha member Ram Gopal Yadav to take over as the Bihar unit chief of the SP.
However, Paswan’s decision to campaign for the BJP in the bypolls could be a strategic move to re-establish himself within the party and potentially regain his position. The BJP is expected to face stiff competition from the JD(U) and other regional parties in the bypolls.
The Bihar bypolls are scheduled to take place in November, with several seats falling vacant due to the death of opposition leader Janta Chowdhury. Paswan’s campaign could help boost the BJP’s chances in the elections.
Despite his return to the NDA, there are rumors that Paswan may not be fully welcomed back by party leaders, particularly those who opposed him during his time in the party. The BJP has been trying to maintain a united front against the opposition, but Paswan’s re-entry could create some tension.
Paswan’s campaign for the BJP is seen as an attempt to regain control and influence within the party. However, it remains to be seen whether his efforts will be successful in the face of stiff competition from other regional players.
The NDA had lost power in Bihar in 2020, with the ruling coalition led by the Janata Dal (United) falling short of a majority in the state assembly elections. Paswan’s return could provide a much-needed boost to the BJP’s fortunes in the state.
Despite his efforts, Paswan faces stiff competition from other regional parties and factions within the BJP. The outcome of the bypolls will be closely watched, as it will give an indication of whether Paswan can successfully re-establish himself within the party.
The Bihar bypolls are seen as a crucial test for the BJP’s campaign strategy and leadership under Narendra Modi. A successful showing could help to cement Paswan’s position within the party and provide a much-needed boost to the NDA’s chances in the state.
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