'Will see after 2024 LS polls', says motormouth JD(U) MLA on Lalu's 'doors open' offer for Nitish

The political landscape in Bihar is experiencing a surge in the use of the term “doors open” as all major political parties, including the Janata Dal (United), Rashtriya Janata Dal, and the Bharatiya Janata Party, are using it for political positioning. Gopal Mandal, a JD(U) legislator, recently reignited the discussion around this term by stating that while doors remain open in politics, Nitish Kumar is committed to staying in the National Democratic Alliance and will not switch sides to the Mahagathbandhan. Mandal further added that if the need arises, a switchover game could begin. This statement is expected to have a significant impact on the power dynamics in Bihar.

In response to questions about Lalu Yadav’s olive branch to Bihar CM, Mandal suggested that the government should run until the 2024 elections before any decisions are made. It is worth noting that Lalu Yadav had previously stated that his doors are always open for his “old friend” Nitish Kumar, hinting at a potential reconciliation.

The term “doors open” was first introduced by Union Minister Amit Shah during a political rally in Bihar, and it has since become a pivotal phrase in the region’s political discourse. Last year, Shah announced that the BJP would contest Bihar elections alone, as the doors had been shut for Nitish Kumar. This development has further fueled the ongoing power struggle in the state.

Mandal’s remarks have added a new dimension to the political dynamics in Bihar and have brought renewed attention to the ever-changing alliances and strategies of the state’s political players. As the term “doors open” continues to shape the discourse, it remains to be seen how it will impact the upcoming elections and the broader political landscape in Bihar.