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Backrooms to Bankipur: The making of Prashant Kishore the politician

In a remarkable turn, Prashant Kishor clinched his first electoral win in the Bankipur byelection. This achievement not only imparts democratic legitimacy to his career but also signifies his shift from political strategist to direct politician. With his Jan Suraaj Party securing its inaugural legislative seat, Kishor is poised for a transformative role in Indian politics.

3 Aug 2026 7:52 pm