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Bihar: Two Independent MLCS Join BJP, Then Deny Allegations Amidst Election Fallout
✍️ Amar Ujala · Muzaffarpur
🗓 01 Nov 2026, 01:36 PM
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Two independent members of the Bihar Legislative Council, who won seats in the recent election where the BJP suffered losses, reportedly joined the BJP before denying the claims, sparking political controversy.
Political confusion has emerged in Bihar following the recent Legislative Council elections, where the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) suffered a direct loss on two seats. The controversy centers on two independent candidates who were declared winners in these constituencies.
Reports indicated that both independent members joined the BJP ranks the previous day. However, the situation took a sharp turn when the individuals subsequently denied the allegations of joining the party, leading to a public dispute over their political allegiance.
The incident has intensified scrutiny on the post-election dynamics in the state. The BJP, which had hoped to consolidate its position in the upper house, is now dealing with the fallout of losing these specific seats to independents who are now at the center of a media storm.
The denial by the two MLCS has left observers questioning the actual state of negotiations between the independents and the ruling party, adding a layer of uncertainty to the political landscape in Bihar.
Reports indicated that both independent members joined the BJP ranks the previous day. However, the situation took a sharp turn when the individuals subsequently denied the allegations of joining the party, leading to a public dispute over their political allegiance.
The incident has intensified scrutiny on the post-election dynamics in the state. The BJP, which had hoped to consolidate its position in the upper house, is now dealing with the fallout of losing these specific seats to independents who are now at the center of a media storm.
The denial by the two MLCS has left observers questioning the actual state of negotiations between the independents and the ruling party, adding a layer of uncertainty to the political landscape in Bihar.