In Bihar politics, Mukesh Sahni made a surprising move by replacing his brother Santosh Sahni with RJD rebel Afzal Ali Khan from the Gaurabauram seat in Darbhanga. The key phrase Mukesh Sahni replaces brother Santosh became the talk of the election just before the first voting phase. Sahni’s decision aimed to prevent a split in the Grand Alliance votes.
Earlier, Afzal Ali Khan had already received the RJD’s lantern symbol before the seat-sharing deal. Despite Lalu and Tejashwi Yadav’s efforts, Afzal refused to withdraw. Mukesh Sahni, showing political maturity, asked his brother to step down and supported Afzal to keep the NDA from gaining an advantage.
Tejashwi campaigned for Santosh, urging voters not to worry about Afzal’s rebellion. Later, Mukesh announced that this election was not about one MLA but about forming a Grand Alliance government. He appealed to VIP workers to support Afzal’s win, calling it a “big-hearted” move for unity.
This strategic decision by Mukesh Sahni replaces brother Santosh highlights party coordination over personal ambitions, keeping the Grand Alliance’s focus intact in Darbhanga’s complex political scene.
