Political strategist Prashant Kishor has sparked a flurry of reactions across social media after he began a hunger strike in support of the ongoing Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) protest. The hunger strike, aimed at demanding justice for aspirants who have faced delays and irregularities in the BPSC exams, has caught the attention of netizens, many of whom have drawn comparisons between Kishor and Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal.
Prashant Kishor, who has been a prominent figure in Indian politics, is known for his involvement in political campaigns across the country. However, his move to initiate a hunger strike for a cause affecting the people of Bihar has taken many by surprise. The BPSC protest, which has seen thousands of students and aspirants take to the streets in Bihar, is focused on addressing grievances related to examination delays, lack of transparency, and the alleged mismanagement of the recruitment process.
Kishor’s decision to take a personal stand by going on hunger strike has led to widespread discussions online. Netizens quickly began to draw parallels between Kishor’s actions and those of Arvind Kejriwal, the Delhi Chief Minister who famously staged a hunger strike in 2012 to demand the implementation of the Jan Lokpal Bill. Both Kishor and Kejriwal have built their political careers by advocating for the common man, and this shared strategy of hunger strikes as a form of protest has not gone unnoticed.
Many supporters of Kishor praised his willingness to take a stand for the rights of the youth, viewing his hunger strike as a bold move to bring attention to the BPSC issues. Some even hailed him as “Bihar ke Kejriwal,” a title that suggests his growing influence in Bihar politics and his similar approach to that of the Delhi Chief Minister. On the other hand, critics have questioned whether this move is a genuine effort to support the protesting students or a political maneuver to bolster his position in Bihar ahead of upcoming elections.
The BPSC protest, which has gained momentum in recent weeks, continues to be a significant issue in Bihar. Students have been calling for the resignation of officials involved in the BPSC exams and demanding a transparent, fair system. The protests have seen growing support from various political leaders and civil society organizations, and Kishor’s hunger strike only adds to the mounting pressure on the Bihar government to address the concerns of the aspirants.
As the hunger strike continues, all eyes are now on how this will affect Prashant Kishor’s political trajectory in Bihar and the response from the state government. While Kishor has emphasized that the strike is in support of the students, the political implications of his action are hard to ignore, especially with the 2025 Bihar elections approaching. As the issue gains national attention, it remains to be seen whether Kishor’s support for the BPSC protesters will translate into significant political gains or if it will fade away like many similar protests in the past. For now, the hunger strike has sparked a wider debate about the role of hunger strikes in Indian politics and their effectiveness in bringing about change