New parties contest Bihar election, may split votes

Several new political parties and figures are entering the race for Bihar's upcoming assembly elections, potentially impacting the outcome. These fringe players could split votes in a closely contested election. Former officials and strategists, including RCP Singh and Prashant Kishor, have formed new parties aiming to contest all 243 seats. Shivdeep W Lande also announced a new party. These parties could influence the results in a state with a history of numerous political entities. Bihar's 2020 election saw over 125 parties, with many candidates losing their deposits. Experts suggest that vote splitting could be a significant factor, and the increasing cost of campaigning raises questions about the motivations of these new entrants.