'People of Bihar voted for development': Influencer mocks Lalu Prasad amid NDA's Bihar election sweep

PATNA: As the NDA appeared headed for a sweeping mandate in the Bihar assembly elections, light-hearted scenes unfolded in Patna where social media influencers took to the streets with quirky props to comment on the near-certain outcome.One influencer, Ratan Ranjan, dressed up as RJD chief

Lalu Prasad

, walked toward the

BJP

headquarters carrying symbolic items of rival parties — an Arrow (JD(U)’s election symbol) in one hand and a Lantern (RJD’s symbol) in the other — a theatrical take on the shifting political tides.Complete with Lalu’s signature attire and hairdo, Ranjan made his way to the headquarters, drawing immediate attention from onlookers. The unusual spectacle quickly went viral on social media platforms, with many users sharing images and videos of the influencer’s bold display.

Ranjan said, "I belong to Vaishali in Bihar. We have seen the era when there was 'Lalten Sarkar' there. The development that has taken place there - there is a vast difference between then and now."Speaking to the media, Ranjan, who hails from Vaishali in Bihar, reflected on Bihar’s evolving political landscape and the transformation he has personally witnessed over the years.He added that voters in the state have increasingly aligned with promises of development and progress, and his satirical act was aimed at highlighting public sentiment."People of Bihar have voted for development. Mahagathbandhan's ideology is anti-Sanatana. So, our ideology doesn't align with them, " he further added.