Political strategist and former JD(U) vice-president Prashant Kishor officially launched his new political party, the Jan Suraaj Party, in Patna, Bihar’s capital. The event took place at the Veterinary College Ground and attracted an impressive crowd.
Notable attendees included former Union minister Devendra Prasad Yadav, diplomat-turned-politician Pavan Varma, and ex-MP Monazir Hassan, which highlighted the significance of this launch.
During the launch, Kishor revealed that he had been developing the Jan Suraaj Party for the past two to three years. Recently, he received official recognition from the Election Commission of India.
Kishor expressed, “The Jan Suraaj campaign has been underway for 2-3 years. People have been eagerly asking when we would form the party. We should all thank God that today the Election Commission has officially recognized Jan Suraaj as a political party.”
Kishor tackled critical issues facing Bihar, particularly the education system. He criticized previous governments for neglecting this area and emphasized the need for change.
Furthermore, Kishor called for a substantial overhaul and estimated that the state would require Rs 5 lakh crore over the next decade to create a world-class educational framework.
In addition, Kishor addressed the contentious issue of the liquor ban in Bihar. He stated, “When the ban is lifted, that money won’t go into the budget for security, roads, or utilities. Instead, it should be invested in building a new education system in Bihar.”
Kishor pointed out that the state currently loses Rs 20,000 crore annually due to the ban. He suggested redirecting this revenue toward educational reform and pledged to lift the liquor ban immediately if elected to power.
Kishor‘s announcement sparked criticism from various political figures. For instance, RJD leader Misa Bharti expressed skepticism, saying, “Anyone can form a party; it’s not a big deal. He already had a party. I’ve been hearing about the Jan Suraaj Party through the media. Will he rename it today?”
Meanwhile, Bihar Minister Ashok Chaudhary also weighed in, taking a jab at Kishor. He described him as someone who claims to uphold Mahatma Gandhi’s values while acting contrary to them. Chaudhary remarked, “As far as we know Prashant Kishor, he has been managing political parties, but unfortunately, he hasn’t received a second chance in any of them.”
As the political landscape in Bihar shifts with the emergence of the Jan Suraaj Party, it remains to be seen how Kishor‘s vision will resonate with voters. The coming months will be crucial.
Ultimately, Kishor aims to solidify his position and make a significant impact in Bihar’s political arena. The future of his party and its influence on state politics has now become a topic of much interest.
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