Prashant Kishor Accuses Nitish Kumar Of Cash-driven Win, Challenges Him To Prove Honesty

New Delhi: After the shocking defeat of his Jan Suraaj Party in the recent Bihar Assembly elections, Prashant Kishor has made serious allegations against Chief Minister Nitish Kumar and his party JD(U). He said that if the government truly transfers ₹2 lakh each to 1.5 crore women as promised, and proves that no votes were purchased, he will quit politics immediately. According to him, his party may have lost, but the real question is whether the winning side won fairly.

His remarks have created a massive discussion in political circles. Many are calling it the boldest challenge after election results. The statement has also drawn attention because of his experience as a top election strategist earlier.

Were 60,000 Votes Paid For Per Seat?

Kishor claimed that the ruling party distributed ₹10,000 to nearly 60,000 people in every assembly constituency before the elections. He said that this was not just campaigning but a direct attempt to influence voting behaviour using cash. In his opinion, if this was part of any official employment scheme, then the government must make it public with proper records. He clarified that he is ready to accept defeat, but cannot stay silent if public money was used to shape the election outcome. His comments came as JD(U) won 85 out of 101 seats it contested, and its ally BJP won 89 seats. Meanwhile, Kishor’s own party failed to win even a single seat out of 243.

Did He Already Predict The Outcome?

Before elections, Kishor had said that JD(U) would not win more than 25 seats, and he would retire from politics if it did. Critics mocked him after the actual results, but now he has repeated the same line with more force. He alleged that the numbers crossed 25 only because of massive financial influence. He suggested an independent audit to verify whether any money was transferred during election days. According to him, clean democracy demands not only votes but also transparency. His bold stand has again brought his prediction debate into the spotlight.

Is The Victory A Result Of Public Trust Or Money Flow?

If Nitish Kumar proves that ₹2 lakh will be transferred honestly to each woman without any corruption, it would be a historic step. Kishor says he will leave politics without delay if that happens, because then he would accept that the government truly works for people and not for elections. He also urged media to investigate the matter and not treat it merely as a political statement. Many political experts believe his challenge could ignite fresh debate over election ethics. Some leaders have already demanded clarification from the government.

How Will The Government Respond Now?

JD(U) leaders denied the allegations and said that all schemes were designed for empowerment, not for winning elections. Yet they have not clearly replied whether ₹2 lakh will actually be distributed as promised. Political analysts say the next few weeks will be crucial to judge the seriousness of this issue. If the government does not act, opposition will use this challenge strongly. On the other hand, if funds are transferred honestly, it could silence critics and strengthen Nitish Kumar’s image further. Public opinion is currently divided.

What Next For Jan Suraaj?

Though defeated, Kishor announced that his party will continue working on grassroots issues. He said failure is part of change and promised to return stronger. He blamed organisational weaknesses for the loss but denied quitting politics immediately. Elections were held in two phases and results were declared on November 14. With NDA preparing to form government on November 20, the timing of his statement is seen as strategic. His supporters believe this controversy may help him build a stronger base for future elections.

Can This Challenge Shift Bihar’s Political Path?

With the NDA set to take oath again, Kishor’s challenge has gained instant attention. If his allegations grow stronger, it may impact public perception and spark demand for election reforms. The question now is whether Bihar will witness real development or if this becomes another forgotten promise. Political historians believe this moment could define the future leadership battle in the state. All eyes are now fixed on the government’s response. The truth behind the alleged cash-driven victory is likely to unfold soon.