Just hours after YouTuber and former BJP member Manish Kashyap joined the Jan Suraaj Party (JSP) on Monday, the partys founder Prashant Kishor referred to him as a dedicated son of Bihar with a strong desire to contribute to the state’s progress. In a conversation with news agency ANI, Kishor emphasized that Kashyap is more than just a social media figure or ex-BJP leader—he is someone who has built his reputation through determination, intelligence, and hard work. Manish Kashyap has created his own identity and wants to serve Bihar. Jan Suraaj welcomes anyone who wants to help transform the state, Kishor said. He added that the JSP operates as a platform that empowers young individuals and citizens who are eager to make a difference. If he has joined us, I believe he will play an important role in our campaign to bring change in Bihar, Kishor stated.

Rise to Recognition: Manish Kashyap, a digital influencer from Bihar with nearly 10 million YouTube subscribers, officially joined the JSP alongside several supporters on Monday in the presence of Prashant Kishor. Kashyap first came into the limelight when he was arrested by Tamil Nadu Police over allegedly spreading misleading videos about the mistreatment of Bihari migrants in the southern state.

He later joined the BJP before the 2024 Lok Sabha elections but was not given a party ticket. In June, Kashyap announced his resignation from the BJP via a video, accusing the party of using him during the Delhi Assembly elections and then sidelining him. With the Bihar Assembly elections approaching, his entry into JSP is seen as a boost for the party, which aims to attract individuals from diverse backgrounds who are genuinely committed to reforming the state. As of now, the Election Commission of India has not declared the official election dates.

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