New Delhi: An election manifesto serves as a defining document for a political party, outlining its goals and promises to voters. With time, the manifestos have evolved from conventional statements to policy-specific documents.

The function to release the BJP manifesto in Bihar took less than a minute. The Congress said it concluded in 26 seconds.

NDA functionaries defend the 'quick' release of the manifesto, citing their leaders’ campaign engagements during the day and their confidence in the people’s belief in the coalition's ability to deliver good governance and development in the state.

Election strategists—both hired professionals and partymen—say times have changed and a large chunk of voters no longer look at the larger picture and are only bothered about their immediate and per

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