100 crore per election: Prashant Kishor opens up about his consulting charges

Assembly Polls: At an event in Belaganj, Prashant Kishor spoke to the assembled crowd, including members of the Muslim community, explaining that he is often asked about the sources of funding for his campaigns.

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Last Updated : 02 November 2024, 11:59 AM IST

Prashant Kishor (ANI)

Assembly Polls: In a surprising disclosure, Jan Suraj convenor Prashant Kishor announced that he charges over Rs 100 crore to advise political leaders or parties as an election strategist. Speaking to a crowd in Belaganj on October 31 during his campaign for the Bihar by-elections, Kishor addressed questions about his campaign funding, especially from the Muslim community.

“Many ask me where I get the funds for my campaigns. Ten state governments are currently running on my strategies,” Kishor stated. He continued, “If I advise on just one election, I charge Rs 100 crore or more. That alone funds my campaign for the next two years. Do you think I can’t afford tents and canopies for my rallies?”

Jan Suraj candidates for Bihar by-elections

Jan Suraj has announced its candidates for the by-elections across four assembly seats in Bihar. Mohammad Amjad will represent Belaganj, Jitendra Paswan will run from Imamganj, Sushil Kumar Singh Kushwaha from Ramgarh, and Kiran Singh from Tarari. The by-elections are scheduled for November 13, with results expected on November 23.

With this substantial fee revelation, Kishor has highlighted his influence and confidence in electoral strategy, marking a high-stakes atmosphere for the upcoming elections in Bihar.