Prashant Kishor's Uncertain Future: Will He Quit Politics After JD(U) Surpasses Expectations?

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Prashant Kishor, a seasoned campaign strategist turned politician, is facing an uncertain future after his Jan Suraaj Party failed to make a significant impact in the Bihar assembly elections. However, his prediction about the JD(U) has raised questions about his potential exit from politics. Kishor had said that if the JD(U) secured more than 25 seats, he would consider quitting politics. Despite Jan Suraaj's poor performance, the JD(U) is poised to become the single-largest party, with Nitish Kumar's chances of becoming the Chief Minister strengthened. Analysts believe that Nitish's leadership will help the NDA secure a significant majority, possibly beyond three-fourths. Kishor's JD(U) prediction was a key factor in his decision to enter politics, and his potential exit has sparked debate. As a key campaign adviser for Narendra Modi in 2014, Kishor has a reputation for making bold predictions. However, his prediction about the BJP's performance in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections was off the mark. In an interview, Kishor attributed the success of Jan Suraaj to the desire for change and a political alternative. He acknowledged Nitish's influence but emphasized that his party was not just about him. Kishor also explained that he didn't contest a seat due to physical limitations and the need for a system in place. The Jan Suraaj Party gave nominees for all 243 seats, but none of its candidates are leading. Kishor's prediction of "less than 10, or above 150" has come to pass, with a hung government likely to be formed. He had claimed that Jan Suraaj would disturb the poll prospects of the NDA and Mahagathbandhan, but it remains to be seen whether his party's performance will have a lasting impact on Bihar's politics.