Manjhi's 'Made to Win' Claim Ignites Election Row, Minister Clarifies

• Union Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi claimed he was "made to win" the 2020 Bihar assembly elections despite trailing by 2700 votes.
• The statement, made in Barachatti, Gaya, went viral, sparking a political controversy and questions about electoral integrity.
• Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) criticized Manjhi, accusing him of admitting to electoral manipulation.
• Manjhi clarified on 'X', stating his video was tampered with and he is being defamed, asserting "Manjhi has now become a brand."
• The incident has reignited debates on the Election Commission and administration's role ahead of the 2025 elections.

Why It Matters: Manjhi's controversial election claim sparked uproar, leading to his clarification and renewed debate on electoral integrity.