Hyderabad: Congress minister and Bihar election observer Ponguleti Srinivasa Reddy on Saturday predicted a clear win for the Mahagathbandhan in Bihar, saying the alliance was fully prepared to defeat the BJP–JDU government in the upcoming Assembly elections.
Speaking from Patna, Reddy joined the nomination rally of Congress candidate Amit Giri, who is contesting from the Nutan constituency in West Champaran. He said the Congress, RJD, and Left parties had formed a strong front that connected well with voters across Bihar.
Reddy praised Rahul Gandhi for energising the campaign and exposing attempts to influence the vote. He said Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent promises for women seemed like a defensive reaction, reflecting the BJP’s fear of defeat.
Reddy criticised Chief Minister Nitish Kumar for poor governance, saying he had failed to deliver results in every sector. He called the NDA government’s record hollow, driven more by slogans than by action.
Unemployment and migration dominate Bihar’s campaign
He said youth unemployment and migration to southern states had become major issues in the campaign. According to him, this migration exposed the lack of dignity and job opportunities in Bihar. He warned that continued neglect would only push the youth further away from the government.
Reddy accused the BJP–JDU alliance of clinging to power through unethical means, alleging that Nitish Kumar had placed his position above public welfare.
Confident of a decisive victory, Reddy said the Mahagathbandhan would win the people’s trust and restore hope across Bihar. Before joining the rally, he met Congress leaders to review campaign plans and coordinate election strategy.