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UPDATED: Oct 17, 2025 22:14 IST
This special report unpacks the Bihar election battle, with insights from analysts Manisha Priyam and Yashwant Deshmukh. The discussion, moderated by Rajdeep Sardesai, focuses on the critical Mahila (women) and Yuva (youth) vote banks, the clash between poll promises, and deep-rooted issues of representation. Manisha Priyam highlights the paradox of courting the female vote, stating, 'Top leadership does not go to women'. The programme delves into whether the new 'M.Y.' factor of Mahila-Yuva will replace the old Muslim-Yadav equation. It examines Tejashwi Yadav’s ambitious job promises against the NDA's cash incentives, while also exploring Nitish Kumar’s established support among women. The analysts critique the lack of genuine political representation for women and youth despite their demographic importance, pointing to the stark reality of low ticket distribution and the struggles of young job aspirants in Bihar's coaching hubs.
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