Congress Leader Alka Lamba's Strategic Roadmap to Challenge NDA in Bihar Elections

In a bid to reshape the political landscape of Bihar, Congress National Women’s President Alka Lamba has embarked on an ambitious mission to strategize for the upcoming Assembly elections scheduled for October-November 2025. As the countdown to the crucial electoral battle begins, Lamba is determined to dismantle the NDA government led by Chief Minister Nitish Kumar and pave the way for a Congress resurgence in the state.

Congress Strengthening Its Base: A Focused Strategy on Women Voters

During a crucial meeting in Patna with the Bihar State Congress Women’s executive committee, Lamba laid out a clear roadmap to bolster the party’s grassroots strength. Acknowledging the decisive role of women voters, she emphasized the necessity of connecting with them effectively and launching targeted initiatives to secure their support. Her campaign will involve visiting every Lok Sabha constituency to engage with the electorate, address their grievances, and highlight the party’s vision for Bihar’s future.

Nitish Kumar’s Leadership Under Fire: Lamba Predicts NDA’s Defeat in 2025

Asserting her confidence in the shifting political mood, Lamba predicted that the NDA government in Bihar would be unable to secure a return to power post-2025. She further claimed that Nitish Kumar would not retain his position as Chief Minister, citing his inability to fulfill promises and his administration’s failure to implement effective policies for the welfare of the people, particularly women. Lamba accused the NDA government of resorting to hollow assurances instead of delivering tangible development.

Congress’s Commitment to Women-Centric Policies and Electoral Promises

Lamba reinforced Congress’s dedication to implementing welfare policies that prioritize women’s empowerment. She contrasted the party’s governance track record in other states, where Congress-led governments have fulfilled their electoral promises. Assuring that a Congress-led administration in Bihar would introduce transformative policies, she sought to instill confidence in voters regarding the party’s commitment to social and economic upliftment.

Dismissing NDA’s Seat Projection: The Reality Behind the Numbers

Refuting the NDA’s claim of winning 225 seats in the upcoming elections, Lamba pointed to their underwhelming performance in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. She recalled that despite setting an ambitious target of over 400 seats nationwide, the NDA failed to secure a simple majority. Drawing parallels to Bihar’s 2020 Assembly elections, she reminded voters that JD(U) had finished in third place, signaling its declining influence. According to her, the growing disenchantment among voters would pose a significant challenge to the NDA’s aspirations.

Supporting RJD’s Welfare Initiatives: Aligning with the 'Mai Bahin Samman Yojna'

In a significant move, Lamba extended her support to RJD leader Tejashwi Prasad Yadav’s proposed ‘Mai Bahin Samman Yojna.’ This initiative aims to increase the monthly pension for women from Rs. 400 to Rs. 1500. She hailed the scheme as a progressive step towards enhancing the financial security of women and committed to ensuring that Congress would champion similar welfare measures if elected to power.

AICC Bihar In-Charge’s Call for Unity and Grassroots Mobilization

Amidst Lamba’s rallying efforts, AICC Bihar in-charge Krishna Allavaru urged party workers to eliminate internal factionalism and focus solely on ground-level mobilization. Emphasizing a disciplined and result-oriented approach, he warned against complacency and favoritism within the party ranks. Leaders engaging in factional disputes would face expulsion, while election tickets would be awarded strictly on the basis of hard work and dedication to the people’s cause. His message underscored the Congress party’s commitment to presenting a united front against the ruling NDA.

Congress’s Vision for a Political Transformation in Bihar

As Bihar gears up for a pivotal electoral showdown, Alka Lamba’s determined efforts signify Congress’s intent to reclaim its lost ground in the state. With an emphasis on women’s empowerment, grassroots engagement, and a direct attack on NDA’s governance, the party aims to position itself as a formidable alternative. Whether these strategies translate into electoral success remains to be seen, but Lamba’s aggressive approach is bound to keep the political arena in Bihar charged in the coming months.