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For decades, Indian politics has leaned on a familiar toolkit: freebies, slogans, disinformation, and the exploitation of class divides. While these tactics may have delivered short-term gains, they are increasingly losing relevance in a society that is becoming more aspirational, informed, and impatient for real progress.
The recent Bihar elections have sent a powerful message that voters are no longer swayed by hollow promises; they are demanding peaceful growth, higher spending power, and access to quality education and healthcare. This shift reflects a deeper realization across the electorate: development must be tangible, inclusive, and future-focused.
One of the most striking lessons is the decisive role of women voters. Empowered through education, self-help groups, and welfare schemes, women have emerged as a formidable political force. Their participation underscores that gender-sensitive governance is not optional—it is essential for electoral success.
The Bihar results also highlight the importance of disciplined coalitions and credible governance. Parties that demonstrate unity, deliver on promises, and maintain narrative control are rewarded. Conversely, fragmented opposition forces risk irrelevance unless they rebuild grassroots networks and sharpen their messaging.
The path forward is clear: empowered women, credible governance, and disciplined coalitions are the new pillars of electoral success. Any party that clings to outdated formulas of freebies and slogans will find itself out of step with the evolving aspirations of the Indian people
Political parties should initiate people-centric programs for rural job-skilling, so that migration to other parts of India is checked and ensure a better check on bureaucracy.
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