Chirag Paswan Confident of NDA Winning All Rajya Sabha Seats in Bihar

Chirag Paswan, the Union Minister, has declared that the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) is set to win all five Rajya Sabha seats in Bihar. He highlighted the crucial role of the Lok Janshakti Party (LJP) in the upcoming elections and expressed confidence in the coalition's unity. With the Election Commission announcing the election schedule, Paswan emphasized that the NDA's strength is undeniable, and discussions within the alliance are already underway. The election process is set to begin soon, with nominations opening at the end of February. This article delves into Paswan's statements and the implications for the upcoming elections.

By Narendra Chaudhary Mar 2, 2026, 12:45 IST

NDA's Strong Position in Bihar's Rajya Sabha Elections

Union Minister Chirag Paswan expressed confidence that the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) is poised to secure all five Rajya Sabha seats from Bihar. He emphasized the significant role of the Lok Janshakti Party (LJP) in the upcoming elections. Speaking to reporters on Sunday, Paswan stated that despite the opposition's efforts, their defeat is inevitable, and the alliance remains fully united. He mentioned that discussions regarding the Rajya Sabha elections have already taken place, and conversations within the coalition have commenced. In this context, he noted that the 19 legislators from LJP will play a crucial role in the days ahead, with the election process gradually beginning.

Paswan further asserted that all five MPs elected to the Rajya Sabha from Bihar will belong to the NDA. While the specific parties of these MPs will be determined later, he firmly believes they will all be from the NDA. He dismissed any doubts about their numbers, stating that the entire alliance is cohesive. The Election Commission of India (ECI) announced the schedule for the upcoming biennial Rajya Sabha elections on Wednesday, which will fill 37 seats across ten states, as the terms of current members will end in April 2026. This information was shared in a press release.

Election Schedule and Process

According to the press release, the terms of 37 members elected from Maharashtra, Odisha, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, Assam, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, and Telangana will conclude in April, leading to vacant seats for new members. The notification to initiate the election process will be issued on February 26. The deadline for filing nominations is set for March 5, followed by the scrutiny of nomination papers on March 6. Candidates will have until March 9 to withdraw their nominations. Voting is scheduled for March 16, with the counting of votes commencing on the same day at 5 PM.