'Khela' loading in Bihar? Whipping up political drama ahead of floor test

Bihar Floor Test: As the clock ticks down to the crucial floor test in the Bihar Assembly, the political arena is ablaze with fervor. With Chief Minister Nitish Kumar set to demonstrate his majority on February 12, both the NDA and Grand Alliance are leaving no stone unturned to ensure the loyalty of their respective MLAs. Against this backdrop, the stage is set for a high-stakes showdown that could determine the state's political landscape.

Tejashwi's Rallying Cry

RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav has rallied his party MLAs at his residence, orchestrating a display of unity and resolve ahead of the floor test. Last night, the Deshratna Marg residence bore witness to a parade of RJD MLAs, with images of camaraderie and solidarity flooding social media platforms. Special arrangements, including dinner and accommodation, have been made to accommodate the assembled MLAs, underscoring the party's concerted efforts to present a unified front.

#WATCH | Bihar: RJD MLAs and MLAs of Mahagathbandhan at the residence of former Deputy CM and RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav in Patna ahead of the Floor Test scheduled to take place tomorrow. pic.twitter.com/5FXnvGH8Gp

— ANI (@ANI) February 11, 2024

Congress Returns to the Fold

Meanwhile, the Congress MLAs, who had sought refuge in Hyderabad, are set to return to Patna to bolster the ranks of the Grand Alliance. RJD's whip to its MLAs underscores the imperative of unity as the trust vote looms large on the horizon. Tejashwi Yadav's clarion call for solidarity resonates as a rallying cry in the face of impending political tumult.

JDU's Missing Links

However, amidst the fervor, speculation abounds regarding the absence of five JDU MLAs from a crucial dinner organized by party functionaries. The JDU, too, has issued a whip mandating the presence of all party MLAs during the trust vote. Chief Whip Shravan Kumar's warning of repercussions for non-compliance underscores the gravity of the situation, with the party's cohesion hanging in the balance.

A Tense Countdown

With the stage set for a dramatic showdown, all eyes are on the Bihar Assembly as the fate of the state's leadership hangs in the balance. The floor test, slated for February 12, promises to be a nail-biting affair, with the outcome poised to shape Bihar's political trajectory for the foreseeable future. As alliances coalesce and battle lines are drawn, the specter of 'Khela' looms large over the political landscape, heralding a showdown of epic proportions.