The Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) has reacted to its significant defeat in the Bihar assembly elections, stating it is not despondent despite a crushing loss to the ruling NDA. The party emphasized that public service is an ongoing journey with inevitable ups and downs, vowing to continue raising the voice of the poor. Tejashwi Yadav NEW DELHI: The Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD), reacting for the first time to its major setback in the Bihar assembly election results, said on Saturday that it is not “despondent” despite suffering a crushing defeat at the hands of the ruling NDA, which secured a landslide victory with 202 seats.In a post from its official handle on X, the party framed the results as part of the natural “ups and downs” of public life. The message, originally written in Hindi, loosely translates to: “Public service is an unceasing process, an endless journey. Ups and downs are inevitable. There is no despondency in defeat, and no arrogance in victory. The Rashtriya Janata Dal is a party of the poor and will continue to raise their voice.”The RJD, which was the largest party in the Mahagathbandhan, saw its tally collapse from 75 to just 25 seats — one of its most disappointing performances since 2010. The dramatic slide, which resulted in the loss of over 100 seats to NDA allies, came despite the coalition uniting behind Tejashwi Yadav as its chief ministerial face.Overall, the Mahagathbandhan vote share and seat count fell sharply, ending below the 40-seat mark and far from government formation. In contrast, the BJP emerged as the strongest performer within the NDA, winning 89 seats — its highest-ever tally in Bihar. The JD(U), led by Nitish Kumar, secured 85 seats, while Chirag Paswan’s LJP (RV) posted an impressive strike rate by winning 19 of the 29 seats it contested. HAM won 5 seats and Upendra Kushwaha’s party claimed 4.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosPakistan Rejects Taliban Narrative And Says Rising Terror From Afghan Soil Can No Longer Be IgnoredNDA Sweeps Bihar, Nitish Kumar Prepares for 10th CM Oath; A Look Back at ‘Sushasan Babu’s’ JourneyPiyush Goyal Says India Ready For WTO Leadership, Rejects Reform Agendas Pushed By Developed NationsJ&K Police Confirm 9 Killed in Nowgam Blast After Explosives Recovered From Faridabad Blows UpPM Modi Predicts Major Congress Split After NDA’s Bihar Win And Warns Allies Of Growing Instability‘Bengal Is Far-Fetched…’ Bengal Minister Shashi Panja Hits Back at PM Modi’s Jungle Raj Jibe‘Very Bleak Message To World’: South Africa Envoy Condemns Delhi Blast And Seeks Joint Action“All options open…” Piyush Goyal on ongoing India-Canada talks after two rounds of discussionsUN Must Reform Now: India Demands Expansion of Both Permanent And Non-Permanent UNSC Member StatesDeadly Explosion At Nowgam Station Exposes Scale Of 360 Kg Urban Terror Cache Seized From Faridabad123Photostories7 animals with the most attractive and expressive eyes!Not Alia Bhatt, Deepika Padukone, or Rekha, THIS veteran actress rules as India’s richest star with Rs. 7,000 crore fortuneFood-themed cute nicknames for baby boys and girlsIndia’s First Private Railway Station in Bhopal Promises Luxury and Comfort Like Never BeforeHow to raise kids who don’t give up easilyJaipur Installs Giant Air-Cleaning Towers as AQI Nears 200—Will They Really Help?Leading ladies who turned debut hits into overnight stardom10 dog breeds that are kid friendlyThe best book genres for kids to boost brain developmentRaising Kids Who Love Learning (Not Just Getting Good Grades)123Hot PicksAlinagar Election ResultRaghopur Election ResultBihar Election Result 2025Gold rate todaySilver rate todayPublic Holidays NovemberBank Holidays NovemberTop TrendingLaMelo BallGiannis AntetokounmpoJoel EmbiidAidan HutchinsonNHL Trade RumorLatin GrammyDak PrescottBrazilian Bodybuilder Found DeadPercy HarvinStephen Curry
NEW DELHI: The Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD), reacting for the first time to its major setback in the Bihar assembly election results, said on Saturday that it is not “despondent” despite suffering a crushing defeat at the hands of the ruling NDA, which secured a landslide victory with 202 seats.In a post from its official handle on X, the party framed the results as part of the natural “ups and downs” of public life. The message, originally written in Hindi, loosely translates to: “Public service is an unceasing process, an endless journey. Ups and downs are inevitable. There is no despondency in defeat, and no arrogance in victory. The Rashtriya Janata Dal is a party of the poor and will continue to raise their voice.“The RJD, which was the largest party in the Mahagathbandhan, saw its tally collapse from 75 to just 25 seats — one of its most disappointing performances since 2010. The dramatic slide, which resulted in the loss of over 100 seats to NDA allies, came despite the coalition uniting behind Tejashwi Yadav as its chief ministerial face.Overall, the Mahagathbandhan vote share and seat count fell sharply, ending below the 40-seat mark and far from government formation. In contrast, the BJP emerged as the strongest performer within the NDA, winning 89 seats — its highest-ever tally in Bihar. The JD(U), led by Nitish Kumar, secured 85 seats, while Chirag Paswan’s LJP (RV) posted an impressive strike rate by winning 19 of the 29 seats it contested. HAM won 5 seats and Upendra Kushwaha’s party claimed 4.
