Prashant Kishor Questions BJP's Focus on Pakistan During Bihar Elections

In a recent statement, Prashant Kishor, founder of the Jan Suraaj Party, criticized the BJP for linking the Bihar elections to Pakistan. He urged the party to focus on pressing local issues such as education and employment instead. Kishor's remarks came during PM Modi's roadshow in Patna, where the Prime Minister was met with enthusiastic crowds. As Modi prepares for further engagements in Bihar, Kishor's comments highlight the need for addressing the state's internal challenges rather than external conflicts. This article delves into Kishor's statements and the context of the ongoing political events in Bihar.

By Narendra Chaudhary May 29, 2025, 21:12 IST

Prashant Kishor Questions BJP's Focus on Pakistan During Bihar Elections

Kishor Challenges BJP's Narrative

Prashant Kishor, the founder of the Jan Suraaj Party, has raised concerns regarding the BJP's focus on Pakistan in the context of the Bihar elections. He emphasized that the citizens of Bihar are more interested in pressing issues such as education and employment rather than international relations.

Kishor stated, 'What relevance does Pakistan have in the Bihar elections? The election is taking place in Patna, not between India and Pakistan. Do not mislead the public. You were appointed as Prime Minister to address issues like Pakistan and China, and the nation stands with you on that. However, the current focus should be on Bihar. We need to know when quality education will be available in our state and when the youth will find jobs here. Additionally, when will the outmigration from Bihar cease?'

PM Modi's Roadshow in Patna

Earlier that day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi conducted a roadshow in Patna, where he received a warm welcome from a large crowd. Many attendees waved the national flag and chanted slogans in support.

Residents along the route gathered on rooftops and balconies to catch a glimpse of the Prime Minister. On Thursday evening, PM Modi inaugurated the New Terminal Building at Jayprakash Narayan International Airport in Patna, accompanied by Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar and Union Minister of Civil Aviation Rammohan Naidu.

On May 30, the Prime Minister is set to visit Karakat in Bihar to inaugurate, dedicate, and lay the foundation stone for development projects exceeding Rs 48,520 crore. A significant highlight will be the foundation stone laying for Stage-II (3×800 MW) of the Nabinagar Super Thermal Power Project in Aurangabad district, which is valued at over Rs 29,930 crore.