Patna: Even as the question of who will be the face of the Mahagathbandhan in Bihar remains unanswered, a significant development took place today at the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) state office. Leaders of the Mahagathbandhan’s constituent parties gathered for a crucial meeting, where it was unanimously decided that Tejashwi Yadav will head the alliance’s Coordination Committee.
Leaders Unite at RJD Office
The meeting was chaired by Tejashwi Yadav and attended by senior RJD leaders including Rajya Sabha MP Sanjay Yadav and national general secretary Abdul Bari Siddiqui. From the Congress, state president Rajesh Ram, Bihar in-charge Krishna Allavaru, and senior leaders Shakeel Ahmed Khan and Madan Mohan Jha were present.
Other alliance partners also marked their presence: VIP chief Mukesh Sahni, CPIML state secretary Kunal, and Ramnaresh Pandey from CPM.
Tejashwi Yadav to Lead Coordination Committee
The meeting, which lasted for around three hours, resulted in the formation of a 13-member Coordination Committee, with two representatives from each party. Tejashwi Yadav has been named the chairman of this committee, which will be the highest decision-making body for the Mahagathbandhan.
Congress leader Krishna Allavaru, addressing the press after the meeting, said, “Tejashwi Yadav will lead the Coordination Committee. This committee will decide the alliance’s campaign strategy, manifesto, media approach and more.”
No Word Yet on CM Face
When asked about the alliance's Chief Ministerial candidate, Allavaru avoided a direct answer, saying, “Today’s meeting was focused on unity and coordination. Tejashwi ji has been given an important role, and that’s the decision we are sharing today.”
Tejashwi himself responded with a hint of confidence: “I’ve been made the chairman of the Coordination Committee—now there’s no need for us to worry. Let the NDA worry instead. Not everything will be revealed in a single day… let there be some suspense.”
Sharp Attack on Bihar Government
Tejashwi also used the platform to launch a scathing attack on the state’s NDA government. He said, “The biggest issues in Bihar are poverty, unemployment, and migration. For 20 years, the double-engine government has failed the people. Whenever there’s a raid on officials, crores of rupees are recovered—yet no one in the government speaks about it.”
He added, “This government has two engines: one of crime and one of corruption. Tell us one area where Bihar is No. 1 under this regime.”
Focus on People’s Issues in Upcoming Elections
Tejashwi assured that the Mahagathbandhan will fight the upcoming elections with full strength, not for personal power but for the people of Bihar. “For the last 13 years, Bihar hasn’t had a stable government. This time, we’ll go among the people with unity and purpose.”
VIP Chief Mukesh Sahni Reaffirms Support
VIP chief Mukesh Sahni clearly said that he fully supports the Mahagathbandhan. He said, "The NDA tries to spread confusion, but we are united and strong. We will keep fighting for the rights of poor and backward people. I had the courage to speak against Yogi and Modi even when I was in the NDA. Now, with the Mahagathbandhan, we will work to create a fair and equal Bihar."
