Tension is rising in Bihar's Grand Alliance over seat sharing. JMM announced it will contest alone on 6 seats. RJD fielded candidates on Congress seats, including Kutumba where state Congress chief Rajesh Ram is contesting. Ram expressed anger on social media. Congress in-charge Krishna Allavaru went to Delhi. Allies hope for resolution before withdrawal deadline. RJD has given symbols to over 100 candidates, many on seats claimed by Congress and other allies. Congress announced candidates for 5 more seats, bringing its total to 58. The alliance is yet to finalize seat distribution among parties. (Updated 19 Oct 2025, 06:21 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- Tension is rising in Bihar's Grand Alliance over seat sharing
- JMM announced it will contest alone on 6 seats
- RJD fielded candidates on Congress seats, including Kutumba where state Congress chief Rajesh Ram is contesting