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Anant Singh Backs Jan Suraaj Candidate, JD(U) Rift Out In Open

Differences within the JD(U) have come out in the open ahead of the Bihar Legislative Council election, with Anant Singh taking a stand against the party’s senior leader Neeraj Kumar.

Anant Singh Backs Jan Suraaj Candidate, JD(U) Rift Out In Open
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Differences within the JD(U) have come out in the open ahead of the Bihar Legislative Council election, with Anant Singh taking a stand against the party’s senior leader Neeraj Kumar.

According to the report, Anant Singh has announced support for Jan Suraaj candidate Anuj Kumar Singh instead of his own party’s candidate, Neeraj Kumar. The development has brought the internal tussle in the JD(U) into public view at a time when the party is preparing for the Legislative Council polls in Bihar.

The report also said that Anant Singh has levelled serious allegations against Neeraj Kumar in connection with an old case. No further details of the case were provided in the source material.

JD(U) leader Shravan Kumar has said that the dispute is in the knowledge of the party’s senior leadership. He also said that a solution would be worked out at the right time.

Elections for eight seats of the Legislative Council are proposed to be held on 23 October. Counting of votes is proposed on 27 October.

Frequently asked questions

What has Anant Singh announced ahead of the Bihar Legislative Council election?

Anant Singh has announced support for Jan Suraaj candidate Anuj Kumar Singh instead of JD(U) candidate Neeraj Kumar.

Why has the development highlighted a rift within the JD(U)?

The rift has become public because Anant Singh is backing a candidate against his own party’s senior leader Neeraj Kumar.

What allegations has Anant Singh made against Neeraj Kumar?

The report says Anant Singh has levelled serious allegations against Neeraj Kumar in connection with an old case, but no further details were provided.

What did JD(U) leader Shravan Kumar say about the dispute?

Shravan Kumar said the party’s senior leadership is aware of the dispute and that a solution would be worked out at the right time.

When are the Bihar Legislative Council elections and vote counting proposed to take place?

Elections for eight Legislative Council seats are proposed on 23 October, with vote counting proposed on 27 October.

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