RJD's Manoj Jha: 'I Didn't Come To Parliament To Be A Minister, Came To Convey A Message'

On this episode of UnPolitics, RJD MP Manoj Jha speaks to Preeti Choudhry about his party's recent electoral defeat in Bihar. Addressing the 'Jungle Raj' narrative, Jha argues that the RJD has been a 'victim of perception management' despite securing a significant vote share. He reflects on his role in politics, stating, 'I didn't come to Parliament to be a minister. I came to Parliament to convey a message.' The Rajya Sabha MP also discusses the emotional toll of political loss, remarking that 'when you lose an election, you become an orphan.' The conversation covers caste privilege, the Election Commission, and the challenges facing the opposition.