Bihar Election 2025: Will Owaisi join the Mahagathbandhan? Congress drops hints, Lalu to decide. Seat-sharing talks heat up before Sept 15.
Politics in Bihar is like a daily soap — suspense, drama, cliffhangers, and a TRP that never drops. The latest twist? Whether Asaduddin Owaisi’s AIMIM will get a VIP seat at the Mahagathbandhan table or will be left waiting outside like an uninvited baraati.
Bihar politics without drama is like chai without adrak — pointless.
The Big Picture
With the Bihar Vidhan Sabha Elections 2025 just months away, the Mahagathbandhan (Grand Alliance) is busy cooking its political khichdi. Congress, RJD, JDU, and other partners are already stirring the pot of seat-sharing. And now, AIMIM’s Owaisi is knocking on the door, asking, “Bhai, ek kursi hamare liye bhi?”
Congress leader Krishna Allaavru made it clear that AIMIM’s possible entry is not their headache. Instead, the decision lies with Lalu Prasad Yadav. In short: “Letter unko likha hai, jawab bhi wahi denge.”
👉 For context, you can check Election Commission reports on party alliances here, which show how coalition politics shape state outcomes.
Seat-Sharing Saga
Congress has passed its list of preferred seats to Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge. Talks are ongoing within the coordination committee, with assurances that a final decision will be announced by September 15.
Allaavru also dropped hints that Congress is ready to show flexibility in sharing seats, signaling a willingness to strengthen unity. After all, if Mahagathbandhan partners keep fighting over chairs, the BJP might just pull the whole table away.
The Owaisi Question
AIMIM has had limited success in Bihar but enjoys influence in certain Muslim-dominated regions. The party reportedly wrote to Lalu Prasad Yadav seeking entry into the Mahagathbandhan.
- Congress: “Humse lena dena nahi.”
- RJD: “Laluji dekhenge.”
- Owaisi: “Main bhi hoon race mein.”
This leaves us with a question spicier than Patna’s litti-chokha: Will Lalu open the alliance gates for Owaisi, or will AIMIM remain an outsider?
Positive Talks with Others
While Owaisi’s case remains in limbo, Congress confirmed positive discussions with Pashupati Kumar Paras’s party and Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) for inclusion in the Mahagathbandhan. This indicates the Grand Alliance is looking to broaden its base ahead of 2025.
If all goes smoothly, the Mahagathbandhan could turn into a mega alliance 2.0, with multiple players under one umbrella — though how stable that umbrella is during Bihar’s stormy elections is another matter.
Why Owaisi Matters
Owaisi’s AIMIM has been accused (rightly or wrongly) of being a vote-cutter in Bihar and elsewhere. For the Mahagathbandhan, this is a double-edged sword:
- Including AIMIM could consolidate minority votes.
- But it could also trigger friction with existing partners who fear losing their traditional vote banks.
This is why Congress is tiptoeing around the issue, leaving the responsibility (and risk) with Lalu.
👉 A detailed PRS Legislative Research note explains how smaller parties often tilt the balance in state elections.
The Timeline
- By September 15: Formal announcement on seat-sharing.
- Before Election: Final word on AIMIM’s entry.
- 2025 Bihar Elections: Mahagathbandhan vs NDA, with Owaisi’s role still a wildcard.
Allaavru hinted strongly that whatever the arrangement, Mahagathbandhan will enter the battlefield “poori mazbooti se” — fully loaded, no disputes.
Lalu in the Hot Seat
The ball is now firmly in Lalu Prasad Yadav’s court. Known for his witty one-liners and decisive moves, Lalu could either:
- Add AIMIM to strengthen the alliance arithmetic.
- Or politely decline, to avoid unsettling existing partners.
Either way, his decision will shape how the Mahagathbandhan pitches itself in 2025.
Reading Between the Lines
Let’s decode the signals:
- Congress is flexible on seats (for itself).
- Positive vibes with Paras and JMM.
- AIMIM inclusion? “Abhi suspense hai.”
- Final clarity expected mid-September.
In politics, this is classic “keep all doors open, but don’t promise anyone a room.”
Why It Matters for Voters
For voters, alliances mean two things:
- Clarity — who is standing with whom.
- Confusion — who is standing against whom.
The Mahagathbandhan’s final lineup will directly affect how votes consolidate, especially in regions where margins are razor-thin.
The Fun Part: Political Reality Show
Think of this as the Bigg Boss of Bihar Politics. Every day brings nominations, alliances, and eliminations. And just like the show, the audience (voters) has the final say.
Bihar elections are not just polls; they’re prime-time entertainment with real consequences.
What do you think? Should Owaisi join the Mahagathbandhan or stay independent? Drop your thoughts in the comments below. And don’t forget to share this blog with your chai-time political discussion gang — because half the fun of elections is the debate before the vote!
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