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Chirag Paswan
Chirag Paswan is an Indian politician and the national president of the Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas), a splinter group of the original LJP. He is the son of the late Ram Vilas Paswan, one of
...Read more- 'Nitish Kumar will become chief minister if NDA wins in Bihar': Chirag Paswan
In an exclusive interview with CNN-News18, Chirag Paswan said, "If NDA wins the Bihar elections, Nitish Kumar will take oath as the chief minister."
- Like father, like son? Why Chirag Paswan's Bihar foray is bad news for Nitish Kumar
In targeting Nitish Kumar's JD(U) while staying close to the BJP, Chirag Paswan may be pre-empting a repeat of what his father managed to achieve two decades ago.
- ‘For Bihar and its people’: Chirag Paswan declares he will contest Bihar assembly polls
I will contest the assembly polls in Bihar. I will contest not just in Bihar but for Bihar and its people, said Chirag Paswan
- Chirag Paswan set for Bihar poll plunge? 'Do not see myself in national politics for long'
Chirag Paswan also hinted at quitting his role in the central cabinet and said that he has always prioritised the development of Bihar -- something he believes would not be possible staying in Delhi.
- 'If my party is ready, I am ready to contest polls': Chirag Paswan's big remark ahead of Bihar election
The assembly elections in Bihar are expected to be held in October-November this year. The main battle is likely to be between the National Democratic Alliance [NDA] and the Mahagathbandhan.
- Yogi Adityanath's leadership inspires me, says Chirag Paswan
Paswan said that Uttar Pradesh’s progress under a double-engine government has greatly influenced him and presents a clear roadmap for Bihar’s future
- FSSAI working on tougher penalties for firms violating food safety standards, says minister Chirag Paswan
"FSSAI monitors food products and we are trying to level up to global standards. So we are making regulations stricter so that companies don't misuse advertisement...companies can't take a short cut and grow in India. We are looking at strict norms and penalties for firms that violate safety standards of food products," Paswan said at News 18's Powering Bharat Summit.
- 'Dil cheer ke dikha dunga...': Chirag Paswan reveals why he is called PM Modi's 'Hanuman'
Union Minister Chirag Paswan on Friday heaped praises on Prime Minister Narendra Modi, saying the latter resides in his heart.
- 'My stomach is full, I have no greed': Chirag Paswan on wanting to become Bihar CM
"My thinking is Bihar first, Bihari first," said Chirag Paswan.
- Bihar needs energetic leader with vision, Chirag ready for bigger responsibility, says Lok Janshakti Party
In comments that are bound to render the state's political dynamics more fluid, Paswan's close aide and Lok Sabha MP Arun Bharti told PTI the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) should sit together and take a decision as the Union minister is a rare leader from the state with vision and acceptability across all castes and communities.
- India set to emerge as a global food basket, says Chirag Paswan at Rising Bharat Summit
Speaking at News 18's Rising Bharat Summit in New Delhi, Paswan, responding to a question on the big achievements of his ministry, said India being an agrarian economy has to set up effective post harvest mechanisms, which are still at a nascent stage.
- Chirag Paswan takes a swipe at Rahul Gandhi: 'His rallies helping us in Bihar'
Chirag Paswan slammed Rahul Gandhi for accompanying Kanhaiya Kumar with him in his rallies and said that politics of division cannot trump national interest.
- ‘Waqf land can benefit poor Muslims if used properly,’ says Chirag Paswan; slams Oppn for 'spreading false narrative'
Chirag Paswan said the new law had opened a window for the Muslims to knock the doors of the judiciary for their grievances.
- 'Nobody should comment on how I practise my religion': Chirag Paswan at Rising Bharat Summit
The LJP(RV) chief said that religion and politics should be separate and that political parties have no business commenting on how anybody practises his or her religion.
- Chirag Paswan slams restrictions on meat sale during Navratri: 'Faltu ki baatein hain...'
Local authorities in certain BJP-ruled states like MP and Uttar Pradesh have imposed restrictions on the sale and purchase of meat, chicken and eggs during the nine-day period of Navratri.
- Muslim bodies snub Nitish Kumar's invite: When Bihar's Iftar parties became platform for big political signals
Another Iftar party occurred at the office of Union minister and LJP (RV) national president, Chirag Paswan, which was attended by CM Kumar and other NDA leaders.
- Watch: Bihar CM Nitish Kumar attends Iftar party hosted by Union Minister Chirag Paswan
However, major Muslim organisations, including Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind (JUH), one of India’s largest Muslim organisations, has announced a boycott of Iftar party, Eid Milan, and other events
- Nitish Kumar to be CM again, his son welcome to enter politics: Chirag Paswan
As far as Tejashwi Yadav is concerned, he should realise that as the leader of opposition in the assembly, he ought to speak 'responsibly,' said Paswan
- 'Irregularities on large scale': Chirag Paswan demands cancellation of BPSC exams
Paswan, whose Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas) is an NDA constituent but not a part of the government in the state, said he learnt about "irregularities on a large scale" in the exams from close relatives who were among the more than four lakh candidates.
- Willing to take strong steps to ensure protesting BPSC aspirants are heard: Chirag Paswan
"I wish to reiterate that Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas) is with the students on the issue. We believe that their voices must be heard and a solution must be arrived at," the Hajipur MP said.
