Congress Backs JMM for Key Bihar Assembly Seats
The Jharkhand Congress, under K Raju's guidance, is working to secure assembly seats in Bihar for its alliance partner, the JMM. The party aims to contest 12-15 seats in the upcoming elections, with final decisions pending discussions with the INDIA bloc partners.
- Country:
- India
The Jharkhand Congress, led by K Raju, is intensifying efforts to ensure the JMM secures seats for the upcoming Bihar assembly elections. Speaking to reporters in Giridih, Raju emphasized the party's commitment to its alliance partner, the JMM, as they strategize for the polls.
In this coalition setup, the JMM plans to contest approximately 12-15 seats, reflecting its significant role in the ruling coalition of Jharkhand, which includes Congress and RJD. Party officials are actively preparing for this electoral challenge.
A final decision on the exact number of seats JMM will contest is anticipated following important discussions with the INDIA bloc partners. The assembly elections for the 243-member Bihar legislature are slated for October or November.
(With inputs from agencies.)
ALSO READ
Chaos in Punjab Assembly over Businessman’s Murder
Kenya's New Elections Commission Leadership Installed Amidst Political Pressure
At recent INDIA bloc meeting, we have decided to prevent BJP from hijacking elections in Bihar, claims Rahul Gandhi at Bhubaneswar rally.
Like Maharashtra, attempts being made to hijack elections in Bihar, alleges Rahul Gandhi at Congress rally in Bhubaneswar.
Punjab Assembly Rejects CISF Deployment at Bhakra-Nangal Dam
Google News