Saurabh Pandey: The Architect of Chirag Paswan's Political Rise

• Saurabh Pandey is a close friend, political strategist, and lawyer for Chirag Paswan, associated since the 2010s.
• Ram Vilas Paswan recognized Saurabh's crucial role in Chirag's political ascent, calling him his "son" and Chirag's "brother."
• Pandey is considered the mastermind behind Chirag's strategies, including the decision to contest the 2020 Bihar elections independently from the NDA.
• This 2020 decision, despite initial setbacks, is credited with establishing Chirag Paswan as an independent leader and laying the foundation for LJP (Ram Vilas)'s 19-seat win in the 2025 Bihar Assembly elections.
• He played a key role in candidate selection, coining slogans like "Bihar First, Bihari First," and developing a vision document for Chirag Paswan.

Why It Matters: Saurabh Pandey's strategy shaped Chirag Paswan's political independence and party's success.