The state of Bihar has announced elections for the five Rajya Sabha seats, set against a backdrop of changing political dynamics post the assembly elections. With the numbers favoring the ruling party, NDA, for four of the seats, the real battle will be for the fifth seat, making it crucial for both the NDA and the India Block to secure support from specific legislators.

Among the key players are the AIMIM party led by Asaduddin Owaisi, which has won five assembly seats but is now positioned as a kingmaker in the Rajya Sabha elections. The breakdown of the crucial seven MLAs includes one from the Bahujan Samaj Party and one independent MLA, I.P. Gupta, indicating that without their backing, neither the NDA nor the opposition can claim victory for the fifth seat.

The Rajya Sabha elections are scheduled for March 16, 2026, coinciding with the end of terms for several seated members including those from RJD and JD(U), which adds a layer of urgency and strategic maneuvering among party leaders. The discussions surrounding these elections highlight the shifting allegiances and political tactics as parties vie for influence in the Indian parliament during a critical election cycle.