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From Bankipur bypoll, a challenging path forward for Prashant Kishor, and lessons for BJP and RJD
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The Indian Express
When Jan Suraaj was launched as a political party in 2024, it was widely dismissed as an experiment centred on the reputation of a political strategist rather than the strength of a political organisation.
Instead, much of the political energy among voters seeking an alternative appeared to shift towards Jan Suraaj.
The relatively limited visibility of the RJD’s campaign compared to the intensity surrounding Jan Suraaj allowed Prashant Kishor to emerge as the most visible challenger to the ruling alliance.
If the current counting trend is confirmed, Jan Suraaj will secure its first representation in the Bihar Legislative Assembly.
And for Jan Suraaj, the breakthrough is only the beginning.