In a major organizational reshuffle ahead of upcoming elections, Chirag Paswan's LJP(RV) has appointed Surender Vivek as the Bihar State President.

  • Surender Vivek replaces long-time Bihar chief Raju Tiwari.
  • Shambhavi Chaudhary appointed as National Youth Wing President.
  • Party expands organizational footprint into Uttar Pradesh.

In a strategic move to bolster its organizational strength ahead of the upcoming Assembly elections, the Lok Janshakti Party-Ram Vilas (LJP-RV), a key ally of the NDA, has announced a significant leadership reshuffle. On Wednesday, the party appointed Surender Vivek as the new Bihar State President, marking a transition from the long-standing leadership of Raju Tiwari.

Mr. Vivek, who contested the 2025 Assembly elections from the Sahebpur-Kamal constituency in Begusarai, now takes the helm at a critical juncture. The outgoing president, Raju Tiwari, an MLA from East Champaran, has been elevated to the position of National General Secretary. This transition is part of a broader restructuring that includes the appointment of 12 national general secretaries and 11 national presidents for various party cells.

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Why This Matters

BozokMedia analysis shows that this restructuring is a calculated attempt by Chirag Paswan to professionalize the party hierarchy and prepare for multi-state electoral battles. By appointing younger faces and expanding into neighboring Uttar Pradesh, the LJP(RV) is attempting to transition from a regional powerhouse to a significant multi-state political entity.

Leadership reshuffles during election cycles are often precursors to aggressive campaigning and territorial expansion.

The reshuffle also sees prominent leaders taking key roles. Samastipur MP Shambhavi Chaudhary has been named the National Youth Wing President, signaling a focus on mobilizing the younger demographic. Additionally, Khagaria MP Rajesh Verma has been appointed as the National Treasurer, while Abdul Khaliq will serve as the National Secretary General.

Notably, the party is looking beyond Bihar. Following a disappointing 2022 performance in Uttar Pradesh, the LJP(RV) is making a comeback in the neighboring state by appointing Rajeev Pasi as Working President for Eastern and Central U.P., and Pawan Kumar Verma for Western U.P.

Historical Background

The LJP(RV) has shown remarkable resilience in recent years. While it struggled in the 2022 U.P. elections, it demonstrated its dominance in the 2025 Bihar Assembly elections by winning 19 out of the 28 seats it contested. Currently, the party holds four Lok Sabha seats, represented by Arun Bharti, Veena Devi, Shambhavi Chaudhary, and Rajesh Verma.

Did You Know?: The LJP(RV) is currently a vital component of the National Democratic Alliance (NDA), making its organizational health crucial for the coalition's stability.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who is the new Bihar President of LJP(RV)?
Surender Vivek has been appointed as the new Bihar State President.

2. What role has Shambhavi Chaudhary been assigned?
She has been appointed as the National President of the LJP(RV) Youth Wing.