In a dramatic turn of events that highlights the emotional strain of electoral politics, Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas) [LJP(R)] leader Abhay Kumar Singh broke down in tears on camera after being denied a party ticket from the Morwa constituency in Bihar’s Samastipur district. The incident, which quickly went viral on social media, has sparked a wider debate about corruption, favoritism, and the opaque nature of ticket distribution in the state’s political landscape.

The video, which shows Singh crying uncontrollably and expressing deep disappointment, was streamed live on Facebook on Thursday. It captures a rare moment of vulnerability in Bihar’s often cutthroat political environment, where denial of tickets frequently leads to silent resentment but rarely to such a public outburst. “Someone paid more money than me, that’s why he got the ticket. I am quitting politics now,” Singh said, weeping as he accused senior party leaders of favoritism and corruption.

Emotional Outburst Goes Viral

Abhay Kumar Singh’s emotional breakdown quickly spread across platforms like X (formerly Twitter) and Facebook, prompting discussions about the internal workings of regional parties and the increasing role of money and influence in ticket distribution. In the video, Singh can be heard lamenting the state of politics in Bihar, declaring that after decades of struggle, he no longer wishes to continue.

“I struggled for 25 years and then fought elections again for 30 years. This is not within my capacity anymore. Now, I want to be free from this struggle,” he said, his voice breaking. Singh appealed to his supporters to forgive him for any shortcomings during his political career, saying, “I also want to tell all my associates that everyone should forgive me for any mistakes I might have made during this time. Now I am not capable of providing service to you all. I am troubled by this ticket system.”

He went on to express his disillusionment with the political system itself, asserting that all political workers eventually face the same frustration. “I trusted everyone repeatedly, trusted everyone. I even tried fighting as an independent candidate, but I want to say one thing — to all the workers from all parties — the condition that I am in, everyone else is or will be in the same condition,” he remarked.

Allegations of Corruption and “Commission Culture”

Singh’s speech went beyond personal disappointment and delved into broader allegations of corruption within Bihar’s political circles. He claimed that rampant “commission culture” had taken over the system, with leaders extorting large sums of money from contractors and workers once elections are over.

“Everyone will only give you lollipop, cream, rasgulla, chicken, and alcohol for 15 days or a month during the election. After that, 20% commission, 25% commission, and 30% commission will be extorted from you,” Singh said angrily in the video. He accused specific local leaders — referring to them as “Sahu ji” and “Vidyasagar bhaiya” — of planning to increase their commissions to 35% if re-elected.

“Morwa will remain in its own condition,” he added, suggesting that despite electoral promises, the constituency’s development has been repeatedly neglected.

Singh further alleged that political leaders in the region had amassed properties worth crores through black money and commissions. “From 2010 to 2015 and again from 2015 to 2020, they looted Morwa. During five years, 17 sale deeds were registered, and despite negligible income, properties worth crores were acquired. All that was commission money,” he claimed, painting a grim picture of political corruption at the grassroots level.

A Veteran’s Disillusionment

For Abhay Kumar Singh, the incident marks an apparent end to a long and arduous political career. Having contested the 2020 Bihar Assembly election from Morwa on an LJP(R) ticket, Singh was again hopeful for a nomination this year. However, the ongoing seat-sharing negotiations among NDA allies — including the BJP, JD(U), and LJP(R) — altered his prospects.

Under the NDA’s final arrangement, Chirag Paswan’s LJP(R) was allotted 29 seats out of Bihar’s 243. Initially, Morwa and Rosra were part of the LJP(R)’s share, giving Singh hope of contesting again. However, sources indicated that Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar expressed displeasure over this allocation, after which the Morwa seat was shifted to JD(U)’s quota. Former MLA Vidyasagar Nishad was subsequently declared the JD(U) candidate from Morwa.

Feeling betrayed and sidelined, Singh went live on Facebook to share his anguish. “I will not disturb anyone’s work. If people are not sad about 20% or 30% commission, I am not sad either. Morwa will remain in its own condition. I will try to serve in whatever way I can. But I want to retire from politics. It’s not within my capacity anymore,” he said, sobbing during the live broadcast.

NDA’s Seat-Sharing and Political Equations

The ticket distribution in Bihar this election season has been fraught with negotiations, dissatisfaction, and internal rifts across parties. The ruling NDA finalized its seat-sharing arrangement earlier this week: the BJP and JD(U) will contest 101 seats each, while LJP(R) has been given 29. The smaller allies, Rashtriya Lok Morcha (RLM) and Hindustani Awam Morcha (HAM), will contest six seats each.

While the arrangement was intended to maintain coalition unity, it has left several local leaders disgruntled. Singh’s outburst has become a case study in how smaller leaders, despite years of service, often find themselves sidelined during high-level political bargaining.

Political observers believe such incidents, while emotionally charged, also reveal deeper structural problems within Bihar’s political system. “The Abhay Singh episode underscores how ticket distribution is increasingly driven by winnability, financial influence, and factional politics rather than loyalty or grassroots work,” a Patna-based analyst commented. “This is not unique to one party—it’s a state-wide pattern across alliances.”

Reaction and Public Response

The video of Singh’s breakdown has triggered a wave of reactions on social media. While some users sympathized with his emotional honesty, others criticized his public accusations as an act of frustration. Supporters called him a “true worker betrayed by the system,” while critics questioned why such revelations came only after he was denied a ticket.

Leaders from rival parties have used the incident to question the integrity of the NDA’s candidate selection process. Opposition parties, particularly the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD), accused the ruling alliance of promoting money power over merit.

Meanwhile, the LJP(R) leadership has remained largely silent on Singh’s allegations. Chirag Paswan, who leads the LJP(R), has not commented publicly on the video, though party insiders described the episode as “unfortunate” and said that Singh’s emotional state should not be politicized.

What Lies Ahead

For Abhay Kumar Singh, the immediate future remains uncertain. While he has announced his decision to “retire from politics,” similar declarations in Indian politics have sometimes proved temporary. His emotional outburst, however, has already made him a symbol of discontent among local leaders who feel marginalized in coalition politics.

With the Bihar assembly elections scheduled for November 6 and 11, and vote counting on November 14, political observers will be watching closely to see whether such internal rifts within parties influence voter sentiment. The BJP-JD(U)-LJP(R) alliance will be seeking to retain its dominance, while opposition forces will attempt to capitalize on the visible cracks within the ruling coalition.

Abhay Kumar Singh’s story—one of perseverance, frustration, and disillusionment—reflects a recurring theme in Indian politics: the struggle of grassroots leaders against the entrenched systems of money, favoritism, and hierarchy. His tears, captured live on social media, have struck a chord with many across Bihar, symbolizing both the human cost of political ambition and the growing cry for transparency within India’s electoral system.