Jan Suraaj leaders admitted their attempt to present an alternative political narrative did not find resonance with voters.

Jan Suraaj fails to open account as bid to present alternative narrative finds no takers

India November 15, 2025

Prashant Kishor's Jan Suraaj party, with 238 candidates, failed to secure any seats in the Bihar Assembly elections. The party's alternative political narrative failed to resonate with voters due to a communication gap and lack of public understanding. Despite claiming a record voter turnout and support from migrant workers, the party did not see success, with some candidates defecting to the BJP.

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Deepak Chahar's sister, Malti Chahar, says she has sacrificed for cricket, now wants distance from the sport

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Amul celebrates Tom Cruise’s first-ever Oscar in 40-year career

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Australian cricketer Steven Smith fired back at Monty Panesar's remarks about getting under his skin in the upcoming Ashes 2025 by exposing Panesar's incorrect answers on a quiz show. Panesar, in his column for the Telegraph, expressed his flattery at being on Smith's mind and hopes to mentally challenge him like Ben Stokes and his team will during the Ashes.

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