Upendra Kushwaha's political outfit, previously known as Rashtriya Lol Janata Dal, has undergone a rechristening as Rashtriya Lok Morcha

Former Union Minister Upendra Kushwaha announced the renaming of his party, Rashtriya Lok Janata Dal, to Rashtriya Lok Morcha, which has been approved by the Election Commission. The move follows Kushwaha's split from Nitish Kumar's JD(U). He expressed confidence in contributing to the NDA's victory in Bihar. Kushwaha sarcastically responded to RJD's Lalu Prasad Yadav, stating the doors are open for Nitish Kumar, who recently rejoined the NDA.

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Former Union Minister Upendra Kushwaha has reshaped the political landscape by renaming his party, formerly Rashtriya Lok Janata Dal, to Rashtriya Lok Morcha, a move that has received official sanction from the Election Commission. This development comes after Kushwaha departs from Nitish Kumar's JD(U), indicating a significant shift in Bihar's political dynamics.

Kushwaha expressed his gratitude towards the Election Commission for approving the new name, emphasizing the party's official status as Rashtriya Lok Morcha. The party's registration under this modified name marks a formal transition in its identity.

Addressing the process, Kushwaha revealed that the Election Commission had requested alternative names, to which they proposed five options. Ultimately, 'Rashtriya Lok Manch' was chosen, signifying a fresh chapter in the party's journey.

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Asserting his party's role as a junior partner within the NDA alliance, Kushwaha exuded confidence in contributing to the coalition's success in Bihar's parliamentary elections across all 40 seats. His remarks underscored a strategic alignment with the BJP-led coalition.

In response to comments by RJD chief Lalu Prasad Yadav, Kushwaha adopted a sarcastic tone, implying readiness for political realignments while questioning the relevance of Prasad's statements. He particularly ridiculed Prasad's assertion of keeping doors open for Nitish Kumar, who recently rejoined the NDA after severing ties with Mahagathbandhan.

Kushwaha's political maneuvering reflects the evolving dynamics within Bihar's political spectrum, with his party's rebranding indicating a proactive stance towards electoral engagements and coalition politics.