Cross voting helps BJP-backed Independent candidate in Jharkhand win Rajya Sabha polls
BJP-backed Independent candidate Parimal Nathwani won a Rajya Sabha seat in Jharkhand following cross-voting by RJD and CPI (ML) legislators. The result is attributed to internal friction within the INDIA bloc, specifically regarding past election grievances in Bihar.
Why it matters
The outcome demonstrates the fragility of political alliances and the impact of internal party disputes on legislative election results.
BJP-backed Independent candidate Parimal Nathwani on Thursday (June 18, 2026) won one of the two Rajya Sabha seats in Jharkhand, defeating Pranav Jha of the Congress. Baidyanath Ram of Jharkhand Mukti Morcha was elected to the other seat.
The article reports on political maneuvering and quotes sources from both sides of the conflict.
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