Political strategist Prashant Kishor is preparing to formally enter politics with the launch of his new party, the Jan Suraj Party, scheduled for October 2nd. In a bold declaration, Kishor has promised to overturn Bihar’s longstanding liquor ban within one hour of his party assuming power. He has been working on the party's launch for the past two years and is confident in his ability to challenge the dominance of the Janata Dal (United) and Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) in the upcoming Assembly elections.

Kishor has been vocal in his criticism of Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar and opposition leader Tejashwi Yadav, accusing the JD(U) and RJD of failing to bring about significant development in Bihar despite their decades-long shared governance. He argues that it is time for these parties to make way for new leadership. Kishor’s promise to lift the liquor ban addresses a controversial issue that has been in place since 2016, which, despite its intentions, has led to an increase in illicit liquor consumption and related deaths. The ban has been a contentious topic, with ongoing demands from various quarters for its repeal, yet Chief Minister Kumar’s government has consistently resisted lifting it.

As Kishor prepares for his party’s debut, his pledge to address the liquor ban and his criticism of the current political landscape are likely to influence the forthcoming electoral contest. The outcome will be closely watched to see if Kishor’s promises resonate with voters and if his new political venture can deliver on its ambitious goals.