During a visit to Bhadohi, party MP Arun Bharti addressed workers and said the party is ready to contest elections in Uttar Pradesh. He added that the organization will strengthen its structure from villages to booth level.

Bharti also criticized regional parties such as Samajwadi Party, Bahujan Samaj Party, and the Nishad Party. He accused these parties of misleading Dalits and backward communities for political gain.

He said Chirag Paswan enters UP politics with a focus on youth, Dalits, and development-based politics. The party will later decide whether it will contest elections alone or form alliances, with the final decision expected from Chirag Paswan.

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In his post, Tejashwi alleged that Ramdhani Yadav was close to NDA leaders and described him as an “NDA leader.” The shared images showed the accused with BJP leader Nitin Nabin and LJP (Ram Vilas) chief Chirag Paswan. The post quickly went viral and triggered a fresh political debate in the state.

The controversy comes after the killing of municipal executive officer Krishna Bhushan Kumar in Bhagalpur. Police later shot dead the main accused, Ramdhani Yadav, during an encounter while trying to arrest him.

Following the incident, political leaders from different parties exchanged sharp statements. The case has now become a major political issue in Bihar, with opposition and ruling parties blaming each other over law and order.

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News about his condition spread quickly. Soon after reports said Pashupati Paras health deteriorates, Union minister Chirag Paswan went to the hospital to meet his uncle. He spoke with doctors and asked about Paras’s treatment.

Chirag later spoke to the media outside the hospital. He said Paras is like a father to him. He also said family ties remain strong despite past political differences.

Paras and Chirag earlier had political tensions after the Lok Janshakti Party split following Ram Vilas Paswan’s death. Still, Chirag’s visit showed support during a difficult time.

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Paswan spoke to reporters in New Delhi. He said the next government in Bihar will mostly keep the same cabinet structure. He added that only the chief minister may change.

He also said the NDA alliance will discuss the leadership together. Party MLAs and alliance partners will take the final decision.

Paswan said the government may include a few new ministers. However, the overall structure will remain the same.

Meanwhile, Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar may soon resign after moving to the Rajya Sabha. Reports say the next chief minister could come from the BJP. The new government may take oath around April 15.

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Paswan criticized opposition leaders who called the move a political strategy before elections. He said the government already showed its commitment by introducing the bill in Parliament. According to him, the decision reflects a clear goal to empower women and give them a bigger role in governance.

He also remembered his father Ram Vilas Paswan and said he always supported women’s representation in politics. Paswan added that women form half of India’s population and must take part in decision-making.

He repeated that Women’s Reservation Not an Election Stunt, but a historic reform that will strengthen democracy and empower women across the country.

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Paras told reporters in Patna that he wants both factions of the Lok Janshakti Party to come together again. The split happened after the death of LJP founder Ram Vilas Paswan, which led to a political dispute between Paras and his nephew Chirag Paswan.

The Pashupati Paras Chirag Paswan issue gained attention after a recent public event where Chirag touched his uncle’s feet and took blessings. Their brief interaction raised speculation that relations between them may be improving.

Paras also said he would feel happy if Chirag Paswan becomes the Chief Minister of Bihar someday.

Political observers say Paras’ remarks may signal a possible reunion between RLJP and LJP (Ram Vilas), though Chirag Paswan has not yet reacted publicly.

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Speaking to reporters in Patna, Paswan said Nitish Kumar dignity will remain regardless of political developments. He praised the long experience and contributions of Nitish Kumar and said both the state and central leadership would continue to respect him.

Political discussions increased after Nitish Kumar won a seat in the Rajya Sabha and resigned from the Bihar Legislative Council. Reports suggest he may step down as chief minister once he takes oath as a Rajya Sabha member, which could lead to the formation of a new government in Bihar.

Paswan also criticized Tejashwi Yadav for allegedly making statements that harm Bihar’s image during election campaigns in other states.

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The meeting happened when Chirag Paswan visited his ancestral village to pay tribute to his late uncle. During the visit, Chirag Paswan touches feet of Pashupati Paras and sought his blessings, which was captured in a viral video.

The two leaders also spoke briefly, though details of their conversation remain unknown. Their relationship had been strained for years due to a political split within their party.

Chirag also met other family members and offered condolences. The emotional scene has raised hopes that differences within the Paswan family may ease in the future.

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Speaking in Patna, Paswan explained that talks on government formation are nearly complete. The NDA new CM decision will be announced soon, as only a formal declaration remains. He also made it clear that he is not in the race for the top post and will continue his role in the Union Cabinet.

Paswan added that the next Chief Minister is likely to come from the BJP, while the new government will benefit from the guidance of Nitish Kumar. He also praised Deputy CM Samrat Choudhary for his work.

The announcement is expected soon, which may end ongoing speculation about Bihar’s leadership.

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Under this move, Bihar minister Sanjay Paswan will oversee party activities in West Bengal, while Sanjay Kumar Singh has been appointed co-in-charge for Assam. Party leaders say Chirag Paswan fields both Sanjays to expand the party’s organisation and improve coordination ahead of the elections.

Both leaders will work closely with election in-charge Rajesh Verma, the MP from Khagaria. They will organise meetings, political campaigns and outreach programmes in the two states.

The party is planning to contest a few seats in West Bengal and Assam. However, a final decision on seat-sharing with allies in the NDA has not been officially announced yet.

Political observers say the move shows Paswan’s strategy to expand his party before the 2026 elections and build a wider national presence.

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