RAM VILAS PASWAN
ET Analysis: After Lalu Prasad & Ram Vilas Paswan, the last of JP-era trio steps aside
Together, they ensured the dominance of regional parties in Bihar even as neighbouring states in the Hindi heartland experimented with BJP- and Congress-led governments. Nitish's departure heralds a new political phase in Bihar that both the BJP and JDU are largely unaccustomed to. When a chief minister who has ruled for two decades steps aside, it becomes difficult for the successor to match public expectations as well as manage alliance dynamics. In this scenario, Nitish's exit poses several challenges and opportunities for the new government, the BJP and the JDU.
Ruckus in Bihar Assembly as LJP(RV) demands apology from RJD for 'insulting' Ram Vilas Paswan
The Bihar Assembly saw significant disruption on Monday. The Lok Janshakti Party (RV) accused the RJD of insulting former Union minister Ram Vilas Paswan. The RJD, in turn, demanded a substantial increase in quotas for deprived castes. Speaker Prem Kumar adjourned the House amid the commotion. The LJP(RV) sought an apology for remarks made by an RJD MLA.
LJP(RV)'s rise fulfils father's dream, says Chirag Paswan after 2 party MLAs take oath as ministers
Chirag Paswan's party LJP(RV) has secured two ministerial berths in the new Bihar government. Paswan stated this marks a significant achievement for his party. He dedicated this success to his late father, Ram Vilas Paswan. The party now faces significant responsibilities to contribute to Bihar's development. Paswan expressed commitment to working towards a developed Bihar starting immediately.
Paswan dedicated his life to deprived, backward classes: Amit Shah
Union Home Minister Amit Shah paid tribute to Ram Vilas Paswan on his death anniversary, highlighting his lifelong dedication to the deprived and exploited. Paswan, a nine-term Lok Sabha member and founder of the Lok Janshakti Party, was a prominent Dalit leader in Bihar politics. His son, Chirag Paswan, continues his legacy as a minister in the current government.
Chirag Paswan says committed to his father's vision of "Bihar First, Bihari First" at Ram Vilas Paswan's death anniversary
Union Minister Chirag Paswan remembered his father Ram Vilas Paswan on his death anniversary. He pledged to uphold his father's 'Bihar First, Bihari First' philosophy. Paswan stated the upcoming Bihar elections offer a chance to realize his father's developmental dreams for the state. He committed to carrying forward the Lok Janshakti Party (Ramvilas) legacy.
Chirag Paswan: Ram Vilas' son to be the next Dalit icon of Bihar?
The outcome of the 18th Lok Sabha polls, revealed on Tuesday, underscores Chirag Paswan's prowess as a politician and his embodiment as the true political successor to his late father, Ram Vilas Paswan, who passed away in 2020. Despite initial astonishment over the Bharatiya Janata Party's decision to allocate five seats to Chirag's party while sidelining his rival faction led by his uncle, Pashupati Kumar Paras, the young leader has showcased remarkable performance in the Lok Sabha elections.
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I am political heir of Ram Vilas Paswan, Chirag will only inherit property: Pashupati Paras
Union Minister Pashupati Kumar Paras on Tuesday asserted that he is the political "heir" of former Lok Janshakti Party chief and his late brother Ram Vilas Paswan, while Chirag Paswan will inherit only his father's financial assets by law. Ram Vilas Paswan, a veteran Dalit leader and a political heavyweight from Bihar, passed away in October 2020 after prolonged illness. His Lok Janshakti Party (LJP) split into two factions following differences between his son Chirag Paswan and younger brother Paras.
I am political heir to Ram Vilas Paswan, not Chirag, says Paras
Pashupati Kumar Paras, Union food processing minister and uncle of LJP leader Chirag Paswan, has claimed to be the rightful political heir of the late Ram Vilas Paswan. Paras stated that his brother had asked him to contest from his constituency, Hajipur, instead of Chirag Paswan. Paras also accused Paswan of forging a deal with RJD and trying to stake a claim on the Hajipur seat.
Govt sends team to evict Chirag Paswan from bungalow allotted to his late father
The 12 Janpath bungalow is earmarked for Union ministers and the occupants of the government accommodation have been asked to vacate it, officials said.
I am the real political successor of Ram Vilas Paswanji, says Union minister Pashupati Kumar Paras
After the death of Ram Vilas Paswan last year, a factional feud started in Lok Janshakti Party (LJP) between Paras and Paswan's son Chirag Paswan, with both sides now claiming to represent the party. LJP was founded by Ram Vilas Paswan.
Bihar: Will support Ram Vilas Paswan's wife if LJP fields her for Rajya Sabha bypoll, says RJD
Lalu Prasad’s RJD has offered unconditional support to former NDA ally LJP if it fields Reena Paswan, the widow of former Union minister Ram Vilas Paswan, as its candidate for the Rajya Sabha seat vacated due to the LJP founder’s death on October 8.
Ram Vilas Paswan, the man who wanted to be called a Harijan
Ram Vilas Paswan was among the most popular faces when the social churn began in the post-Emergency era in Bihar, but after the Janata Party fiasco, he had to wait for almost a decade to return to limelight.
Union Minister Ram Vilas Paswan passes away, tributes pour in for the champion of oppressed
The Lok Janshakti Party founder and minister for Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution was admitted to a private hospital in Delhi for several weeks and was critically ill.
National flag to fly at half mast today as mark of respect to Ram Vilas Paswan
Union Minister and Lok Janshakti Party (LJP) founder Ram Vilas Paswan passed away at the age of 74 on Thursday. His Son Chirag Paswan broke the news on his Twitter handle. Paswan recently underwent heart surgery in Delhi. He has served as the Minister of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution in central government.
Union minister Ram Vilas Paswan undergoes heart surgery
Ram Vilas Paswan (74), who has been in active politics for more than five decades and is one of the country's most noted Dalit leaders, has been hospitalised for the last few weeks.
Government may extend procurement of rice in Maharashtra due to Coronavirus lockdown
Food minister Ram Vilas Paswan, in a tweet, has said that the centre is considering positively to a proposal of Maharashtra government seeking an extension to rice purchase by a month due to lock down in the wake of Coronavirus. The procurement normally ends in March.
Sitharaman concedes Amarinder Singh to resolve Rs 31,000 cr food issue
The Chief Minister informed Sitharaman that Union Minister for Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution, Ram Vilas Paswan, had already accepted his proposal for a joint meeting on the matter.
BJP, LJP clinch deal, Rajya Sabha seat likely for Ram Vilas Paswan
The deal was clinched after Ram Vilas Paswan, who is also a Union minister, and his son Chirag Paswan met BJP leader Arun Jaitley.
Allot ration shops as per reservation policy: Ram Vilas Paswan to states
Stating that licence for FPS is being given by the state government, he told chief ministers that allotment of FPS should be done as per the reservation policy.
Ram Vilas Paswan healthy, expected to be discharged tomorrow
Paswan (70) was admitted to the ICU of the private hospital here around 8:30 PM yesterday after he complained of breathlessness.
LJP yet to take call on alliance with BJP in UP, Punjab polls: Chirag Paswan
Lok Janshakti Party (LJP) leader Chirag Paswan today said his party is yet to decide on alliance with BJP in the coming Uttar Pradesh and Punjab elections.
Display price, quantity in 40% packet area, government to food companies
Food and Consumer Affairs Minister Ram Vilas Paswan has directed his ministry officials to ensure the amended rule is enforced positively from July this year.
Ram Vilas Paswan for 'not healthy food' warning label on junk foods
Paswan also announced that the government will introduce e-warranty system to protect consumers in case they misplace warranties/ guarantees in physical forms.
Prices of pulses will not rise this year: Ram Vilas Paswan
Food Minister Ram Vilas Paswan today assured that prices of pulses will not rise this year as the government has taken necessary steps to bridge the gap between supply and demand.
PM Narendra Modi cleared doubts, says Ram Vilas Paswan; LJP ready to support land bill
Paswan today said he was satisfied with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's statement in Parliament regarding the Bill and was clear now that it was in favour of farmers.
BJP leaders meet LJP chief Ram Vilas Paswan to decide on alliance
BJP leaders Rajiv Pratap Rudy, Ravi Shankar Prasad & Shahnawaz Hussain went to Paswan's residence to finalise details related to their alliance.
LJP keeps speculation alive on possible ties with BJP; to decide on any alliance in 4 days
The alliance between BJP and LJP is likely as the party's Parliamentary Board did not hide its bitterness towards Lalu Prasad's RJD.
RJD and LJP seen drifting apart, RJD MLA calls LJP a treacherous party
The first provocation came when RJD MLA Javed Eqbal Ansari described LJP as a treacherous party, while alleging Paswan could not see beyond his son.
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