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Prashant Kishor Contests Bankipur Bypoll

Prashant Kishor contests bypoll, urges voters to look beyond caste and religion.

Priya Nair
Priya Nair
Political Editor · Mon, 06 July 2026 at 04:02 pm
Prashant Kishor Contests Bankipur Bypoll

Prashant Kishor, founder of Jan Suraaj, has decided to contest the Bankipur Assembly by-election, a stronghold of the BJP. This move is seen as an attempt to encourage voters to move beyond their caste and religious affiliations.

Kishor has criticized the incumbent BJP MLA for abandoning the seat after being elected to the Rajya Sabha. He cited Amit Shah as an example of a leader who did not abandon his seat. Kishor's decision to contest the bypoll is also aimed at challenging the perceived arrogance of the BJP and their underestimation of the educated electorate in Bankipur.

The Bankipur bypoll is being closely watched, given the BJP's strong presence in the area. Kishor's entry into the fray has added a new dimension to the election, with many seeing it as an attempt to test the waters for his newly formed organization, Jan Suraaj. The outcome of the bypoll is expected to have significant implications for the political landscape of the region.

Kishor's campaign is focused on urging voters to look beyond their caste and religious affiliations and vote for a candidate who can truly represent their interests. He has been critical of the BJP's approach to politics, accusing them of taking the electorate for granted. The BJP, on the other hand, is confident of retaining the seat, given their strong organizational presence in the area.

The bypoll is also being seen as a test of the BJP's strength in the region, following their recent losses in other parts of the country. The party is leaving no stone unturned in their campaign, with top leaders expected to visit the area in the coming days. The outcome of the bypoll will be closely watched, given its potential implications for the larger political landscape of the country.

As the campaign heats up, voters in Bankipur are being wooed by both sides, with each party trying to outdo the other in their promises and commitments. The final outcome will depend on a variety of factors, including the turnout of voters and the effectiveness of each party's campaign strategy. For now, all eyes are on Bankipur, as the country waits to see how this crucial bypoll will unfold.

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