Bihar Election 2025: ‘60% People Want Change,’ Prashant Kishor Says Jan Suraaj Emerges as New Hope

Patna: Following the first phase of voting in the 2025 Bihar Assembly elections, Jan Suraaj founder Prashant Kishor (PK) stated that the people of Bihar have clearly shown a strong desire for change this time. PK said that the record voter turnout and over two crore votes cast indicate that the public is no longer satisfied with the old political options. He claimed that approximately 60% of the people of Bihar want change and are now viewing Jan Suraaj as a strong political alternative. The Crucial Role of Migrant Workers PK explained that migrant workers have become an "X factor" in this election. The migrant workers who stayed in Bihar after the Chhath festival not only voted themselves but also encouraged their families and communities to vote. Trouble mounts for Prashant Kishor, case filed ahead of Bihar Elections; Details here He said that this time, the role of migrant workers was even more significant than that of women voters. This is why the wave of change is being felt so strongly. Growing Enthusiasm in Democracy Prashant Kishor said that for the first time since independence, Bihar has witnessed such a high voter turnout. This shows that people are now moving beyond the politics of fear and choosing empowered alternatives. [caption id="attachment_160302" align="aligncenter" width="1280"] Prashant Kishore revealed his earnings and donations[/caption] He further added that the public is no longer compelled to vote out of fear of Nitish Kumar or Lalu Yadav; people have turned towards real alternatives. Criticism of the Old Parties PK criticized both the NDA and the RJD-Congress alliance. He said that the public is no longer influenced by the politics and insecurities of the old leaders. Prashant Kishor earns ₹241 crore in 3 years, donates ₹98.75 crore to his party Responding to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's statement, he said that a new alternative is now available to the public, which will not only determine who comes to power but also define the role of the opposition and the direction of addressing public issues on the ground. The Significance of Jan Suraaj PK also clarified that Jan Suraaj's biggest success is that it has presented a new alternative in Bihar politics. This party is not only becoming a symbol of change but is also working towards making democracy more robust for the people.