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The party is leading in 17 out of 29 constituencies with two wins so far, marking a remarkable turnaround from the Bihar Assembly elections 2020, where it managed to win just one seat.
LJP’s electoral performance has established Paswan as a key figure within the National Democratic Alliance (NDA), changing political equations across the state.
Political development of LJP
Established in 2000, Lok Janshakti Party has undergone several political restructuring over the years. The party started within the NDA but broke ties after the Godhra riots in 2002.
It later joined the UPA in 2004, during which Chirag’s father and LJP founder Ram Vilas Paswan held several ministerial roles.
In 2014, the LJP again joined the NDA, where Paswan once again held key cabinet posts.
Following his death, internal disagreements between Chirag Paswan and his uncle Pashupati Kumar Paras led to a formal split in June 2021, leading to the formation of two parties – Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas) led by Chirag, and Rashtriya Lok Janshakti Party led by Paras.
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Chirag returns to NDA
Paswan’s previous journey was a struggle. In 2020, seat-sharing controversies led them to contest 137 seats independently, where they won only one seat, but affected the results in at least 29 constituencies, largely affecting the performance of NDA allies, Janata Dal (United) or JDU.
A significant change came in the Lok Sabha elections 2024, when LJP (RV) won all five seats it contested, strengthening Chirag Paswan’s stature in the alliance.
Ahead of Bihar Assembly elections 2025, he demanded a larger seat share but settled at 29. Despite speculation of tension, he described Chief Minister Nitish Kumar as a “necessity” and a “lesson of political patience” for Bihar.
Strong position in key constituencies
According to Election Commission trends, LJP (RV) is ahead in other constituencies including Sugauli, Govindganj, Kasba, Mahua, Bodh Gaya, Rajauli and Gobindpur.
The party’s performance has played a significant role in consolidating the NDA’s support, helping the alliance gain ground in historically RJD-dominated areas, especially Dalit and extremely backward class communities in central and western Bihar.