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The text reports on the aftermath of the Bihar Assembly elections where the NDA (National Democratic Alliance) secured a decisive victory over the Mahagathbandhan (Grand Alliance). AIMIM (All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen) leader Waris Pathan is quoted criticizing the Mahagathbandhan, particularly the RJD (Rashtriya Janata Dal), for their defeat. He attributes the loss to RJD’s arrogance, pointing out their rejection of AIMIM’s offer to form an alliance. Pathan also argues that the Mahagathbandhan alienated minority voters and made strategic errors, contributing to their defeat. He highlights the BJP’s significant win, while also noting the performance of smaller parties like the LJP and AIMIM.

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AIMIM Leader Blames “Arrogance” for Mahagathbandhan’s Bihar Election Loss

New Delhi, India – As the dust settles after the Bihar Assembly elections, where the NDA secured a resounding victory, AIMIM leader Waris Pathan has sharply criticized the Mahagathbandhan’s defeat, particularly targeting the RJD for what he calls their “arrogance.”

Pathan stated, “We only showed them the truth,” hinting at the Mahagathbandhan’s missteps. While not directly naming individuals, his comments were clearly aimed at the RJD leadership. He accused the RJD of rejecting an early offer from AIMIM to form an alliance, suggesting that their inflated sense of self-importance ultimately led to their downfall.

“In the beginning, we went to them and offered to contest elections together,” Pathan said. “But they were too arrogant.”

He further alleged that the RJD and Congress are to blame for the division of minority votes. He reiterated AIMIM’s offer of an alliance with only six seat requests, which was rejected by the Mahagathbandhan.

Pathan also criticized the Mahagathbandhan’s strategy of nominating Mukesh Sahani, leader of the Vikasheel Insaan Party, from 2 percent Mall community as the Deputy Chief Minister, deeming it a misstep that neglected the significant minority vote share.

“They declared a person from a 2 percent Mall community as a candidate for the post of Deputy Chief Minister… but the community with 19 percent of the voters was completely ignored, and the results are out there.”

The NDA secured a decisive victory with over 200 seats in the 243-seat Assembly, leaving the Mahagathbandhan far behind. The BJP emerged as the single largest party with 79 seats, while the JDU followed with 84 seats. RJD secured 25 seats. AIMIM also made inroads, winning 5 seats in the region.

Pathan’s comments highlight the internal friction and finger-pointing within the opposition as they grapple with the implications of the NDA’s victory. The election outcome is likely to trigger a period of introspection and strategic realignment among the opposition parties in Bihar.

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