Prashant Kishor’s gamble: Why Bankipur bypoll is key contest for political existence of Jan Suraaj? Explained
HomeNextPrashant Kishor’s gamble: Why Bankipur bypoll is key contest for political existence of Jan Suraaj? In contrast, Jan Suraaj managed to pull only about 7,000 votes," he added.However, Diwakar observed that the BJP introducing a new candidate creates a slight opening."When a party fields a new candidate with a strong local base, he/she can manage the constituency better. We want development, good roads, a drainage system, infrastructure, and continued development of educational institutes," said a local resident."This bypoll marks a fresh chapter for Bankipur.
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- ▪In contrast, Jan Suraaj managed to pull only about 7,000 votes," he added.However, Diwakar observed that the BJP introducing a new candidate creates a slight opening."When a party fields a new candidate with a strong local base, he/she can
- ▪We want development, good roads, a drainage system, infrastructure, and continued development of educational institutes," said a local resident."This bypoll marks a fresh chapter for Bankipur.
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HomeNextPrashant Kishor’s gamble: Why Bankipur bypoll is key contest for political existence of Jan Suraaj? ExplainedThe Bankipur seat fell vacant after long-time MLA Nitin Nabin was elevated to the post of BJP National President and consequently resigned from the assembly.Published on: Jul 25, 2026, 08:50:08 ISTBy Anushka AwasthiPrefer HTon GoogleShare viaCopy link Poll strategist-turned-politician Prashant Kishor will mark his electoral debut in the Bankipur bypoll, less than a year after his Jan Suraaj party failed to open its account in the 2025 Bihar Assembly elections. Thus, the upcoming by-election in Bihar has become a high-stakes battle for Jan Suraaj's political relevance.The Bankipur assembly bypoll will be held on July 30, while counting of votes is scheduled for August 3.
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