Political strategist-turned-party founder Prashant Kishor spent the day at the historic Gandhi Ashram in Patna, opting for a “maun vrat” (day-long vow of silence) following his party’s disappointing performance in the recent Bihar assembly elections. Accompanied by senior party colleagues, he arrived early at the site, paid floral tributes at a memorial, and remained silent throughout his stay, engaging only in brief gestures to his team.
Kishor’s gesture is being seen as a moment of reflection after the electoral setback. He is reported to have used the day to contemplate his next steps, reassess his strategy and send a signal of both personal accountability and renewal to party workers and supporters. The Ashram, known for its Gandhian heritage and as the starting point of key organisational journeys in his movement, was chosen specifically for its symbolism.
Party insiders say Kishor will now embark on an extended grassroots tour and recalibrate his approach to build momentum from the ground up. The silent fast is expected to serve as a public reminder that he remains committed
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