Kshatriya by Karma: Chirag Paswan's Inter-Caste Politics
Chirag Paswan promises to be a better Nitish Kumar for the BJP, forming an alliance with benefits that may become a chronic feature in Bihar's politics.
The Lok Janshakti Party, led by Chirag Paswan, is often misunderstood as a party of Dalits alone, and its leader is mistaken as a Dalit leader.
He is not just a Dalit leader.
Chirag Paswan's debut film, Miley Na Miley Hum, offers a clue to his distinct approach, where he played a Kshatriya boy with aspirations, reflecting his political stance in Bihar.
Other NDA parties struggle to recognize this distinction, seeing him through their own lens.
Chirag Paswan is turning out to be a Kshatriya in Bihar's political theatre, offering a unique perspective.
Author's summary: Chirag Paswan's inter-caste politics is changing Bihar's landscape.
- Lok Janshakti Party is not just a party of Dalits.
- Chirag Paswan's leadership is distinct from traditional Dalit leaders.
- His political approach is reflected in his film debut, Miley Na Miley Hum.