Prashant Kishores political evolution is bound to be treated sceptically – Times of India

AAP was the last political party in India to break through in a hypercompetitive arena and then record durable success. In a decade, its talisman Arvind Kejriwal has been sworn in as Delhis chief minister thrice, having led his party to a huge victory in the last two assembly elections. Since then, AAP has spread and is now the ruling party in Punjab.

AAP was forged in the crucible of an anti-corruption movement and was initially powered by volunteerism. Currently, its no different from any political party in its functioning.

Also read: Prashant Kishor hints at political plunge, to begin from Bihar

The rarity of enduring success for new political formations in the last few decades should make one sceptical of the ambiguous social media announcement by political consultant Prashant Kishore, suggesting he will soon enter grassroots politics, beginning with Bihar.

He is no stranger to it, having once been associated with JD(U). His real claim to fame is as a consultant to political parties. In this capacity, he has covered almost the entire ideological spectrum in Indian politics. Most recently, he was at the heart of a long presentation to senior functionaries of the Congress, which aimed to provide a pathway to revitalise Indias oldest political party. It didnt go well.

The moot point is if forming a new political party will end well for Kishore. It is hard to discern what his political ideology is. Also, Bihar has a fairly competitive political landscape and breaking in will be hard.

Given the challenges for any new political formation and also considering Kishores background, his social media teaser is bound to be treated sceptically.

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