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Last Updated:<\/span>October 12, 2025, 19:48 IST<\/time><\/p>\nJitan Ram Manjhi’s Hindustani Awam Morcha will contest six seats in the NDA seat-sharing pact for Bihar Elections 2025, with BJP and JD(U) contesting 101 seats each.<\/h2>\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/p>\nUnion Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi. (File)<\/p>\n<\/figure>\nHindustani Awam Morcha (HAM) chief and Union Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi expressed his satisfaction over the seat-sharing arrangement within the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) constituents for the upcoming Bihar Assembly Elections, saying that the party accepts the decision of the high command and has no complaints.<\/p>\nWhile speaking to reporters after the announcement of the seat-sharing pact, Manjhi said, \u201cIn Parliament, we were given one seat, still we were happy. Here, we have been given six seats, and we respect the decision of the leadership.”<\/p>\n\n\n#WATCH<\/a> | Patna | On Hindustani Awam Morcha (HAM) getting six seats to contest in #BiharElections2025<\/a>, party leader and Union Minister and Hindustan Jitan Ram Manjhi says, \u201cIn the Parliament, we were given only one seat, were we upset? Similarly, if we got only 6 seats, it is the\u2026 pic.twitter.com\/XhdgscsJI7<\/a>\u2014 ANI (@ANI) October 12, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\nWhen asked about 29 seats given to LJP (Ram Vilas), he added, \u201cOthers can understand what they received, but we are satisfied with what we have been allotted and we have no complaints.”<\/p>\nThe NDA Seat-Sharing Pact<\/strong><\/h3>\nAs per the seat allotment for the 243-member Bihar assembly, the BJP and JD(U) will contest 101 seats each, while Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas) has been allotted 29 seats. The Rashtriya Lok Morcha of Upendra Kushwaha and Jitan Ram Manjhi\u2019s Hindustan Awam Morcha or HAM will field candidates on six seats each.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\nAs per the seat-sharing deal, Manjhi\u2019s HAM would contest on Tekari, Kutumba, Atri, Imamganj, Sikandara, and Barachatti<\/strong> constituencies.<\/p>\nThe formula was announced by Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan after days of hectic parlays in Patna and the national capital.<\/p>\nFor the first time in Bihar\u2019s electoral history, the BJP and JD(U) will contest an equal number of seats\u2014101 each\u2014in<\/span>\u00a0the upcoming 2025 Assembly elections. This marks a major shift in the state\u2019s political equation, as Nitish Kumar\u2019s party has traditionally contested a larger share whenever the two parties have been in alliance.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\nWas Manjhi Upset?<\/strong><\/h3>\nThe former Chief Minister\u2019s remarks came after he said that he felt insulted and had warned the NDA that his party would not contest the upcoming state elections if it did not receive at least 15 seats.<\/p>\nManjhi had said, \u201cIf we do not get 15 seats, we will not contest the elections. I feel insulted, and our people have been ignored. We have always supported the NDA; it is their duty to ensure we are respected. Fifteen seats will allow us to win 8\u20139, but if not, we may exercise our final option of leveraging our support across 60\u201370 constituencies to secure party recognition. I have no objection to Chirag, but please save us from humiliation.”<\/p>\nIn a subsequent statement, Manjhi clarified his stand, \u201cThere is no dispute on seat-sharing from our side. We are only asking for recognised seats so that our party gains official status in the Assembly. Even if we don\u2019t contest a single seat, we will remain with the NDA.”<\/p>\nBihar Polls 2025<\/strong><\/h3>\nThe election to the 243-member Bihar Assembly will be conducted in two phases. Polling for the first phase, covering 121 seats, will be held on the 6th of November. The remaining 122 constituencies will go to the polls in the second phase on the 11th of November. The counting of votes will be held on November 14.<\/p>\n(With inputs from agencies)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n<\/p>\n<\/figure>\n<\/span><\/p>\nShobhit Gupta<\/a><\/p>\nShobhit Gupta is a sub-editor at News18.com and covers India and International news. He is interested in day to day political affairs in India and geopolitics. He earned his BA Journalism (Hons) degree from Ben…Read More<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nShobhit Gupta is a sub-editor at News18.com and covers India and International news. He is interested in day to day political affairs in India and geopolitics. He earned his BA Journalism (Hons) degree from Ben… Read More<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nFirst Published:<\/span><\/p>\n\nOctober 12, 2025, 19:46 IST<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nNews<\/a> elections<\/a> \u2018Have No Complaints\u2019: Jitan Ram Manjhi On Getting 6 Seats In NDA\u2019s Bihar Seat-Sharing Deal<\/span><\/div>\n\n\nDisclaimer: Comments reflect users\u2019 views, not News18\u2019s. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use<\/a> and Privacy Policy<\/a>.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nRead More<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n
Union Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi. (File)<\/p>\n<\/figure>\n
Hindustani Awam Morcha (HAM) chief and Union Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi expressed his satisfaction over the seat-sharing arrangement within the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) constituents for the upcoming Bihar Assembly Elections, saying that the party accepts the decision of the high command and has no complaints.<\/p>\n
While speaking to reporters after the announcement of the seat-sharing pact, Manjhi said, \u201cIn Parliament, we were given one seat, still we were happy. Here, we have been given six seats, and we respect the decision of the leadership.”<\/p>\n
\n#WATCH<\/a> | Patna | On Hindustani Awam Morcha (HAM) getting six seats to contest in #BiharElections2025<\/a>, party leader and Union Minister and Hindustan Jitan Ram Manjhi says, \u201cIn the Parliament, we were given only one seat, were we upset? Similarly, if we got only 6 seats, it is the\u2026 pic.twitter.com\/XhdgscsJI7<\/a>\u2014 ANI (@ANI) October 12, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\nWhen asked about 29 seats given to LJP (Ram Vilas), he added, \u201cOthers can understand what they received, but we are satisfied with what we have been allotted and we have no complaints.”<\/p>\nThe NDA Seat-Sharing Pact<\/strong><\/h3>\nAs per the seat allotment for the 243-member Bihar assembly, the BJP and JD(U) will contest 101 seats each, while Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas) has been allotted 29 seats. The Rashtriya Lok Morcha of Upendra Kushwaha and Jitan Ram Manjhi\u2019s Hindustan Awam Morcha or HAM will field candidates on six seats each.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\nAs per the seat-sharing deal, Manjhi\u2019s HAM would contest on Tekari, Kutumba, Atri, Imamganj, Sikandara, and Barachatti<\/strong> constituencies.<\/p>\nThe formula was announced by Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan after days of hectic parlays in Patna and the national capital.<\/p>\nFor the first time in Bihar\u2019s electoral history, the BJP and JD(U) will contest an equal number of seats\u2014101 each\u2014in<\/span>\u00a0the upcoming 2025 Assembly elections. This marks a major shift in the state\u2019s political equation, as Nitish Kumar\u2019s party has traditionally contested a larger share whenever the two parties have been in alliance.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\nWas Manjhi Upset?<\/strong><\/h3>\nThe former Chief Minister\u2019s remarks came after he said that he felt insulted and had warned the NDA that his party would not contest the upcoming state elections if it did not receive at least 15 seats.<\/p>\nManjhi had said, \u201cIf we do not get 15 seats, we will not contest the elections. I feel insulted, and our people have been ignored. We have always supported the NDA; it is their duty to ensure we are respected. Fifteen seats will allow us to win 8\u20139, but if not, we may exercise our final option of leveraging our support across 60\u201370 constituencies to secure party recognition. I have no objection to Chirag, but please save us from humiliation.”<\/p>\nIn a subsequent statement, Manjhi clarified his stand, \u201cThere is no dispute on seat-sharing from our side. We are only asking for recognised seats so that our party gains official status in the Assembly. Even if we don\u2019t contest a single seat, we will remain with the NDA.”<\/p>\nBihar Polls 2025<\/strong><\/h3>\nThe election to the 243-member Bihar Assembly will be conducted in two phases. Polling for the first phase, covering 121 seats, will be held on the 6th of November. The remaining 122 constituencies will go to the polls in the second phase on the 11th of November. The counting of votes will be held on November 14.<\/p>\n(With inputs from agencies)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n<\/p>\n<\/figure>\n<\/span><\/p>\nShobhit Gupta<\/a><\/p>\nShobhit Gupta is a sub-editor at News18.com and covers India and International news. He is interested in day to day political affairs in India and geopolitics. He earned his BA Journalism (Hons) degree from Ben…Read More<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nShobhit Gupta is a sub-editor at News18.com and covers India and International news. He is interested in day to day political affairs in India and geopolitics. He earned his BA Journalism (Hons) degree from Ben… Read More<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nFirst Published:<\/span><\/p>\n\nOctober 12, 2025, 19:46 IST<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nNews<\/a> elections<\/a> \u2018Have No Complaints\u2019: Jitan Ram Manjhi On Getting 6 Seats In NDA\u2019s Bihar Seat-Sharing Deal<\/span><\/div>\n\n\nDisclaimer: Comments reflect users\u2019 views, not News18\u2019s. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use<\/a> and Privacy Policy<\/a>.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nRead More<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n
#WATCH<\/a> | Patna | On Hindustani Awam Morcha (HAM) getting six seats to contest in #BiharElections2025<\/a>, party leader and Union Minister and Hindustan Jitan Ram Manjhi says, \u201cIn the Parliament, we were given only one seat, were we upset? Similarly, if we got only 6 seats, it is the\u2026 pic.twitter.com\/XhdgscsJI7<\/a>\u2014 ANI (@ANI) October 12, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\nWhen asked about 29 seats given to LJP (Ram Vilas), he added, \u201cOthers can understand what they received, but we are satisfied with what we have been allotted and we have no complaints.”<\/p>\nThe NDA Seat-Sharing Pact<\/strong><\/h3>\nAs per the seat allotment for the 243-member Bihar assembly, the BJP and JD(U) will contest 101 seats each, while Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas) has been allotted 29 seats. The Rashtriya Lok Morcha of Upendra Kushwaha and Jitan Ram Manjhi\u2019s Hindustan Awam Morcha or HAM will field candidates on six seats each.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\nAs per the seat-sharing deal, Manjhi\u2019s HAM would contest on Tekari, Kutumba, Atri, Imamganj, Sikandara, and Barachatti<\/strong> constituencies.<\/p>\nThe formula was announced by Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan after days of hectic parlays in Patna and the national capital.<\/p>\nFor the first time in Bihar\u2019s electoral history, the BJP and JD(U) will contest an equal number of seats\u2014101 each\u2014in<\/span>\u00a0the upcoming 2025 Assembly elections. This marks a major shift in the state\u2019s political equation, as Nitish Kumar\u2019s party has traditionally contested a larger share whenever the two parties have been in alliance.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\nWas Manjhi Upset?<\/strong><\/h3>\nThe former Chief Minister\u2019s remarks came after he said that he felt insulted and had warned the NDA that his party would not contest the upcoming state elections if it did not receive at least 15 seats.<\/p>\nManjhi had said, \u201cIf we do not get 15 seats, we will not contest the elections. I feel insulted, and our people have been ignored. We have always supported the NDA; it is their duty to ensure we are respected. Fifteen seats will allow us to win 8\u20139, but if not, we may exercise our final option of leveraging our support across 60\u201370 constituencies to secure party recognition. I have no objection to Chirag, but please save us from humiliation.”<\/p>\nIn a subsequent statement, Manjhi clarified his stand, \u201cThere is no dispute on seat-sharing from our side. We are only asking for recognised seats so that our party gains official status in the Assembly. Even if we don\u2019t contest a single seat, we will remain with the NDA.”<\/p>\nBihar Polls 2025<\/strong><\/h3>\nThe election to the 243-member Bihar Assembly will be conducted in two phases. Polling for the first phase, covering 121 seats, will be held on the 6th of November. The remaining 122 constituencies will go to the polls in the second phase on the 11th of November. The counting of votes will be held on November 14.<\/p>\n(With inputs from agencies)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n<\/p>\n<\/figure>\n<\/span><\/p>\nShobhit Gupta<\/a><\/p>\nShobhit Gupta is a sub-editor at News18.com and covers India and International news. He is interested in day to day political affairs in India and geopolitics. He earned his BA Journalism (Hons) degree from Ben…Read More<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nShobhit Gupta is a sub-editor at News18.com and covers India and International news. He is interested in day to day political affairs in India and geopolitics. He earned his BA Journalism (Hons) degree from Ben… Read More<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nFirst Published:<\/span><\/p>\n\nOctober 12, 2025, 19:46 IST<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nNews<\/a> elections<\/a> \u2018Have No Complaints\u2019: Jitan Ram Manjhi On Getting 6 Seats In NDA\u2019s Bihar Seat-Sharing Deal<\/span><\/div>\n\n\nDisclaimer: Comments reflect users\u2019 views, not News18\u2019s. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use<\/a> and Privacy Policy<\/a>.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nRead More<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n
When asked about 29 seats given to LJP (Ram Vilas), he added, \u201cOthers can understand what they received, but we are satisfied with what we have been allotted and we have no complaints.”<\/p>\n
As per the seat allotment for the 243-member Bihar assembly, the BJP and JD(U) will contest 101 seats each, while Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas) has been allotted 29 seats. The Rashtriya Lok Morcha of Upendra Kushwaha and Jitan Ram Manjhi\u2019s Hindustan Awam Morcha or HAM will field candidates on six seats each.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\nAs per the seat-sharing deal, Manjhi\u2019s HAM would contest on Tekari, Kutumba, Atri, Imamganj, Sikandara, and Barachatti<\/strong> constituencies.<\/p>\nThe formula was announced by Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan after days of hectic parlays in Patna and the national capital.<\/p>\nFor the first time in Bihar\u2019s electoral history, the BJP and JD(U) will contest an equal number of seats\u2014101 each\u2014in<\/span>\u00a0the upcoming 2025 Assembly elections. This marks a major shift in the state\u2019s political equation, as Nitish Kumar\u2019s party has traditionally contested a larger share whenever the two parties have been in alliance.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\nWas Manjhi Upset?<\/strong><\/h3>\nThe former Chief Minister\u2019s remarks came after he said that he felt insulted and had warned the NDA that his party would not contest the upcoming state elections if it did not receive at least 15 seats.<\/p>\nManjhi had said, \u201cIf we do not get 15 seats, we will not contest the elections. I feel insulted, and our people have been ignored. We have always supported the NDA; it is their duty to ensure we are respected. Fifteen seats will allow us to win 8\u20139, but if not, we may exercise our final option of leveraging our support across 60\u201370 constituencies to secure party recognition. I have no objection to Chirag, but please save us from humiliation.”<\/p>\nIn a subsequent statement, Manjhi clarified his stand, \u201cThere is no dispute on seat-sharing from our side. We are only asking for recognised seats so that our party gains official status in the Assembly. Even if we don\u2019t contest a single seat, we will remain with the NDA.”<\/p>\nBihar Polls 2025<\/strong><\/h3>\nThe election to the 243-member Bihar Assembly will be conducted in two phases. Polling for the first phase, covering 121 seats, will be held on the 6th of November. The remaining 122 constituencies will go to the polls in the second phase on the 11th of November. The counting of votes will be held on November 14.<\/p>\n(With inputs from agencies)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n<\/p>\n<\/figure>\n<\/span><\/p>\nShobhit Gupta<\/a><\/p>\nShobhit Gupta is a sub-editor at News18.com and covers India and International news. He is interested in day to day political affairs in India and geopolitics. He earned his BA Journalism (Hons) degree from Ben…Read More<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nShobhit Gupta is a sub-editor at News18.com and covers India and International news. He is interested in day to day political affairs in India and geopolitics. He earned his BA Journalism (Hons) degree from Ben… Read More<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nFirst Published:<\/span><\/p>\n\nOctober 12, 2025, 19:46 IST<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nNews<\/a> elections<\/a> \u2018Have No Complaints\u2019: Jitan Ram Manjhi On Getting 6 Seats In NDA\u2019s Bihar Seat-Sharing Deal<\/span><\/div>\n\n\nDisclaimer: Comments reflect users\u2019 views, not News18\u2019s. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use<\/a> and Privacy Policy<\/a>.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nRead More<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n
As per the seat-sharing deal, Manjhi\u2019s HAM would contest on Tekari, Kutumba, Atri, Imamganj, Sikandara, and Barachatti<\/strong> constituencies.<\/p>\nThe formula was announced by Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan after days of hectic parlays in Patna and the national capital.<\/p>\nFor the first time in Bihar\u2019s electoral history, the BJP and JD(U) will contest an equal number of seats\u2014101 each\u2014in<\/span>\u00a0the upcoming 2025 Assembly elections. This marks a major shift in the state\u2019s political equation, as Nitish Kumar\u2019s party has traditionally contested a larger share whenever the two parties have been in alliance.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\nWas Manjhi Upset?<\/strong><\/h3>\nThe former Chief Minister\u2019s remarks came after he said that he felt insulted and had warned the NDA that his party would not contest the upcoming state elections if it did not receive at least 15 seats.<\/p>\nManjhi had said, \u201cIf we do not get 15 seats, we will not contest the elections. I feel insulted, and our people have been ignored. We have always supported the NDA; it is their duty to ensure we are respected. Fifteen seats will allow us to win 8\u20139, but if not, we may exercise our final option of leveraging our support across 60\u201370 constituencies to secure party recognition. I have no objection to Chirag, but please save us from humiliation.”<\/p>\nIn a subsequent statement, Manjhi clarified his stand, \u201cThere is no dispute on seat-sharing from our side. We are only asking for recognised seats so that our party gains official status in the Assembly. Even if we don\u2019t contest a single seat, we will remain with the NDA.”<\/p>\nBihar Polls 2025<\/strong><\/h3>\nThe election to the 243-member Bihar Assembly will be conducted in two phases. Polling for the first phase, covering 121 seats, will be held on the 6th of November. The remaining 122 constituencies will go to the polls in the second phase on the 11th of November. The counting of votes will be held on November 14.<\/p>\n(With inputs from agencies)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n<\/p>\n<\/figure>\n<\/span><\/p>\nShobhit Gupta<\/a><\/p>\nShobhit Gupta is a sub-editor at News18.com and covers India and International news. He is interested in day to day political affairs in India and geopolitics. He earned his BA Journalism (Hons) degree from Ben…Read More<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nShobhit Gupta is a sub-editor at News18.com and covers India and International news. He is interested in day to day political affairs in India and geopolitics. He earned his BA Journalism (Hons) degree from Ben… Read More<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nFirst Published:<\/span><\/p>\n\nOctober 12, 2025, 19:46 IST<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nNews<\/a> elections<\/a> \u2018Have No Complaints\u2019: Jitan Ram Manjhi On Getting 6 Seats In NDA\u2019s Bihar Seat-Sharing Deal<\/span><\/div>\n\n\nDisclaimer: Comments reflect users\u2019 views, not News18\u2019s. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use<\/a> and Privacy Policy<\/a>.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nRead More<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n
The formula was announced by Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan after days of hectic parlays in Patna and the national capital.<\/p>\n
For the first time in Bihar\u2019s electoral history, the BJP and JD(U) will contest an equal number of seats\u2014101 each\u2014in<\/span>\u00a0the upcoming 2025 Assembly elections. This marks a major shift in the state\u2019s political equation, as Nitish Kumar\u2019s party has traditionally contested a larger share whenever the two parties have been in alliance.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\nWas Manjhi Upset?<\/strong><\/h3>\nThe former Chief Minister\u2019s remarks came after he said that he felt insulted and had warned the NDA that his party would not contest the upcoming state elections if it did not receive at least 15 seats.<\/p>\nManjhi had said, \u201cIf we do not get 15 seats, we will not contest the elections. I feel insulted, and our people have been ignored. We have always supported the NDA; it is their duty to ensure we are respected. Fifteen seats will allow us to win 8\u20139, but if not, we may exercise our final option of leveraging our support across 60\u201370 constituencies to secure party recognition. I have no objection to Chirag, but please save us from humiliation.”<\/p>\nIn a subsequent statement, Manjhi clarified his stand, \u201cThere is no dispute on seat-sharing from our side. We are only asking for recognised seats so that our party gains official status in the Assembly. Even if we don\u2019t contest a single seat, we will remain with the NDA.”<\/p>\nBihar Polls 2025<\/strong><\/h3>\nThe election to the 243-member Bihar Assembly will be conducted in two phases. Polling for the first phase, covering 121 seats, will be held on the 6th of November. The remaining 122 constituencies will go to the polls in the second phase on the 11th of November. The counting of votes will be held on November 14.<\/p>\n(With inputs from agencies)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n<\/p>\n<\/figure>\n<\/span><\/p>\nShobhit Gupta<\/a><\/p>\nShobhit Gupta is a sub-editor at News18.com and covers India and International news. He is interested in day to day political affairs in India and geopolitics. He earned his BA Journalism (Hons) degree from Ben…Read More<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nShobhit Gupta is a sub-editor at News18.com and covers India and International news. He is interested in day to day political affairs in India and geopolitics. He earned his BA Journalism (Hons) degree from Ben… Read More<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nFirst Published:<\/span><\/p>\n\nOctober 12, 2025, 19:46 IST<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nNews<\/a> elections<\/a> \u2018Have No Complaints\u2019: Jitan Ram Manjhi On Getting 6 Seats In NDA\u2019s Bihar Seat-Sharing Deal<\/span><\/div>\n\n\nDisclaimer: Comments reflect users\u2019 views, not News18\u2019s. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use<\/a> and Privacy Policy<\/a>.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nRead More<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n
The former Chief Minister\u2019s remarks came after he said that he felt insulted and had warned the NDA that his party would not contest the upcoming state elections if it did not receive at least 15 seats.<\/p>\n
Manjhi had said, \u201cIf we do not get 15 seats, we will not contest the elections. I feel insulted, and our people have been ignored. We have always supported the NDA; it is their duty to ensure we are respected. Fifteen seats will allow us to win 8\u20139, but if not, we may exercise our final option of leveraging our support across 60\u201370 constituencies to secure party recognition. I have no objection to Chirag, but please save us from humiliation.”<\/p>\n
In a subsequent statement, Manjhi clarified his stand, \u201cThere is no dispute on seat-sharing from our side. We are only asking for recognised seats so that our party gains official status in the Assembly. Even if we don\u2019t contest a single seat, we will remain with the NDA.”<\/p>\n
The election to the 243-member Bihar Assembly will be conducted in two phases. Polling for the first phase, covering 121 seats, will be held on the 6th of November. The remaining 122 constituencies will go to the polls in the second phase on the 11th of November. The counting of votes will be held on November 14.<\/p>\n
(With inputs from agencies)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n<\/p>\n<\/figure>\n<\/span><\/p>\nShobhit Gupta<\/a><\/p>\nShobhit Gupta is a sub-editor at News18.com and covers India and International news. He is interested in day to day political affairs in India and geopolitics. He earned his BA Journalism (Hons) degree from Ben…Read More<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nShobhit Gupta is a sub-editor at News18.com and covers India and International news. He is interested in day to day political affairs in India and geopolitics. He earned his BA Journalism (Hons) degree from Ben… Read More<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nFirst Published:<\/span><\/p>\n\nOctober 12, 2025, 19:46 IST<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nNews<\/a> elections<\/a> \u2018Have No Complaints\u2019: Jitan Ram Manjhi On Getting 6 Seats In NDA\u2019s Bihar Seat-Sharing Deal<\/span><\/div>\n\n\nDisclaimer: Comments reflect users\u2019 views, not News18\u2019s. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use<\/a> and Privacy Policy<\/a>.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nRead More<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n
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Shobhit Gupta is a sub-editor at News18.com and covers India and International news. He is interested in day to day political affairs in India and geopolitics. He earned his BA Journalism (Hons) degree from Ben…Read More<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nShobhit Gupta is a sub-editor at News18.com and covers India and International news. He is interested in day to day political affairs in India and geopolitics. He earned his BA Journalism (Hons) degree from Ben… Read More<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nFirst Published:<\/span><\/p>\n\nOctober 12, 2025, 19:46 IST<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nNews<\/a> elections<\/a> \u2018Have No Complaints\u2019: Jitan Ram Manjhi On Getting 6 Seats In NDA\u2019s Bihar Seat-Sharing Deal<\/span><\/div>\n\n\nDisclaimer: Comments reflect users\u2019 views, not News18\u2019s. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use<\/a> and Privacy Policy<\/a>.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nRead More<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n
Shobhit Gupta is a sub-editor at News18.com and covers India and International news. He is interested in day to day political affairs in India and geopolitics. He earned his BA Journalism (Hons) degree from Ben… Read More<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nFirst Published:<\/span><\/p>\n\nOctober 12, 2025, 19:46 IST<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nNews<\/a> elections<\/a> \u2018Have No Complaints\u2019: Jitan Ram Manjhi On Getting 6 Seats In NDA\u2019s Bihar Seat-Sharing Deal<\/span><\/div>\n\n\nDisclaimer: Comments reflect users\u2019 views, not News18\u2019s. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use<\/a> and Privacy Policy<\/a>.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nRead More<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n
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