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Join NowBihar assembly election: On the frantic, final day of nominations for the Bihar Assembly elections, a scene unfolded in the Begusarai district that cut through the political noise and captured the heart of a nation. In the Cheria Bariyarpur constituency, amidst the usual chaos of career politicians and party loyalists, a 72-year-old farmer with a quiet demeanor and a brilliant sparkle of hope in his eyes stepped forward to declare his candidacy. His name is Ram Swarath Prasad, and his story is a political earthquake in the making.
Hailing from the small village of Bada Khodavandpur, Ram Swarath Prasad is not a seasoned politician. He is a man of the soil who has spent a lifetime watching the systems around him fail the people they were meant to serve. Representing the Protest Sarv Samaj Party, he arrived at the Manjhaul sub-divisional office, flanked by a small but passionate group of supporters who showered him with flower garlands. As cameras flashed, he smiled gently, then spoke with a voice firm with conviction.
“I have witnessed the suffering of farmers for my entire life,” he declared, his words resonating with decades of silent struggle. “Education, employment, agriculture—everywhere you look, there are only problems. I can no longer stand by and watch. That is why I have decided to fight.”
A Revolution Rooted in the Soil
At an age when most people retire, Ram Swarath Prasad believes that talking about problems is a luxury India can no longer afford; it is time to solve them. His campaign is not built on hollow promises but on a lifetime of firsthand experience. He believes the voice of the common farmer has been suffocated in the halls of power, and he is here to resurrect it.
His agenda is bold, clear, and revolutionary:
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Education for All: If elected, he vows to make education completely free, breaking the chains of poverty for future generations.
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Farmers’ Rights: He demands that agriculture be given the official status of an “industry,” ensuring farmers receive the same respect, support, and financial benefits as corporate giants.
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Economic Nationalism: He calls for a halt to the import of foreign goods to make India’s farmers and laborers truly self-reliant (Aatmanirbhar).
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Local Employment: His vision includes establishing a network of small-scale industries to provide meaningful jobs within villages, ending the heartbreaking cycle of migration.
“It’s Not Age That Matters, But Intention”
The energy during his nomination was electric. As supporters chanted “Kisan Neta Zindabad!” (Long Live the Farmer Leader!), many onlookers expressed surprise at his age. But Ram Swarath Prasad simply smiled and delivered a line that silenced all doubters: “It’s not age that matters, but intention. As long as I have breath in my body, I will have the desire to do something for society.”
His affidavit paints a simple picture: a farmer, living with his wife, taking his very first step into the political arena. Yet, his message is profound. He insists his fight is not against any specific party or individual. “We have no enmity with anyone,” he explained. “We are independent and have emerged from among the people. We are fighting against the problems.”
This humble farmer from a forgotten village has suddenly become the most talked-about candidate in Begusarai, where voting for its seven assembly seats is scheduled for the first phase on November 6. His candidacy is a testament to the fact that true political power comes not from wealth or connections, but from authenticity and a genuine desire to serve.
As one young man in the crowd remarked, “If someone at this age can fight for society, that in itself is an inspiration.” Ram Swarath Prasad’s hope, his battle, and his unyielding spirit may just prove that politics, at its best, is not a game of power, but an act of service.
