Just before the Bihar elections, the Congress party replaced Krishna Allavaru with Avinash Pandey as Bihar in-charge. This major decision came after growing disputes within the Bihar Congress. The party has struggled to retain seats due to internal fights and accusations of ticket trading. Many leaders resigned, blaming poor management.
Avinash Pandey Bihar elections appointment is seen as a move to control the damage before polls. Pandey, a senior and trusted Congress leader, will now handle election coordination and strategy. He said this election is a turning point for Bihar, promising to address unemployment, migration, and underdevelopment.
Avinash Pandey, originally from Nagpur, is a noted lawyer and experienced politician. He served in the Maharashtra Legislative Council and the Rajya Sabha. In 2023, Rahul Gandhi made him the General Secretary for Uttar Pradesh, where he helped Congress perform well in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections.
Recently, Avinash Pandey criticized the central government over Chhath Mahaparva, accusing it of false claims about train services. His Bihar visit is expected to revive Congress’s campaign and reconnect with the people before the crucial elections.
