Prashant Kishor labels BJP chief’s Bihar flood aid as image‑building move

Political strategist Prashant Kishor said the recent donation made by the chief of the Bharatiya Janata Party for flood relief in Bihar appears to be an image‑building exercise rather than a purely humanitarian gesture. Kishor, who has advised several high‑profile campaigns, made the remark in a media interaction, suggesting that the timing of the contribution coincides with upcoming electoral calculations.

The BJP chief announced a financial aid package for victims of the recent floods that have affected large parts of Bihar, but the exact amount was not disclosed. While the donation has been welcomed by some relief groups, Kishor’s comments highlight a growing scepticism about political leaders using disaster relief to bolster public perception.

Kishor did not name any specific individuals or parties in his critique, focusing instead on the broader pattern of politicians leveraging crises for political mileage. The statement adds to ongoing debates about the role of political patronage in disaster management across India.