Bihar: Political parties go into overdrive to woo castes ahead of 2024 Lok sabha polls

Political parties in Bihar are focusing on wooing various castes in preparation for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections. The release of the caste survey data by the Bihar government has highlighted the current population of the state’s 215 castes and their significance in today’s political landscape. The BJP is working to consolidate its support among the upper castes, while the RJD is reaching out to the most backward classes. Other parties, such as the CPI-ML and VIP, are also employing strategies to win support from specific communities. Caste, along with winnability, is expected to play a crucial role in ticket distribution for the elections.