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Two Independent MLC Winners Join BJP, Then Quit, Sparking Bihar Political Turmoil
✍️ Amar Ujala · Patna
🗓 01 Nov 2026, 01:16 PM
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Two independents declared winners in the Bihar Legislative Council polls briefly switched to the BJP before reverting to independent status, igniting a controversy in the state.
The recent Bihar Legislative Council elections saw the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) lose two seats directly to independent candidates. After the counting, the two independents were declared victorious and, in a surprising move, announced their entry into the BJP. Within hours, both politicians reversed their decision, stating they would remain independent, a reversal that has fueled debate among party leaders and observers.
BJP officials expressed disappointment over the abrupt change, noting that the party had welcomed the newcomers as a boost to its strength in the council. The independents, however, cited personal and political reasons for withdrawing from the party, emphasizing their commitment to serve as unaffiliated legislators.
The episode has added to the already tense political atmosphere in Bihar, where party affiliations often shift rapidly after elections. Analysts suggest that the incident could influence future coalition dynamics and the BJP's strategy in the state.
No official statements from the two legislators have been released beyond their brief announcements, and the council's composition will be finalized once all procedural formalities are completed.
BJP officials expressed disappointment over the abrupt change, noting that the party had welcomed the newcomers as a boost to its strength in the council. The independents, however, cited personal and political reasons for withdrawing from the party, emphasizing their commitment to serve as unaffiliated legislators.
The episode has added to the already tense political atmosphere in Bihar, where party affiliations often shift rapidly after elections. Analysts suggest that the incident could influence future coalition dynamics and the BJP's strategy in the state.
No official statements from the two legislators have been released beyond their brief announcements, and the council's composition will be finalized once all procedural formalities are completed.