Arvind Kejriwal, the leader of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), has declared that his party will independently contest the upcoming Bihar Assembly elections, opting not to form an alliance with the INDIA bloc or Congress. This announcement was made during his visit to Gujarat, where Kejriwal addressed the media regarding AAP’s strategic decisions for the elections. He emphasized that the INDIA bloc, a coalition of opposition parties, is primarily focused on the Lok Sabha elections and not state-level contests like those in Bihar. Kejriwal’s decision to go solo in Bihar reflects AAP’s strategy to establish a stronger foothold in regional politics without relying on alliances. He expressed concerns about the Congress party’s role in recent elections, particularly highlighting the Visavadar bypolls in Gujarat. According to Kejriwal, Congress’s participation in these bypolls was a tactical move aimed at undermining AAP’s influence and dividing opposition votes. He further accused the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of leveraging Congress to fragment the opposition vote bank, thereby weakening AAP’s electoral prospects. The decision to contest independently in Bihar signifies AAP’s intent to expand its political presence beyond its traditional strongholds. By distancing itself from both Congress and the INDIA bloc for this election, AAP aims to present itself as a distinct alternative to voters in Bihar. This move could potentially reshape the political dynamics in the state, challenging established parties and alliances. Kejriwal’s announcement underscores his party’s commitment to pursuing its own path in Indian politics, focusing on grassroots engagement and regional issues. As AAP prepares for the Bihar elections, it remains to be seen how this strategy will impact its performance and influence in one of India’s key states.