Bihar elections
Prashant Kishor Declines Electoral Contest: Predicts JDU Will Win Fewer Than 25 Seats in Bihar Elections
Oct 15, 2025 12:42 pm CST
Poll strategist-turned-politician Prashant Kishor has announced he won't contest the upcoming Bihar elections despite his Jan Suraaj Party's debut. Instead, he'll focus on organizational responsibilities while predicting Nitish Kumar's JDU won't secure even 25 seats. The Bihar Assembly elections are scheduled for November with results expected on November 14.
Political Rivalry Within Marriages: Husbands Replace Wives in Bihar Assembly Election Tickets
Oct 15, 2025 01:50 am CST
In Bihar's upcoming assembly elections, an unusual trend has emerged where husbands are competing against their own wives for party tickets, with men currently leading 2-0. Anant Singh and Sujit Singh have replaced their legislator wives in Mokama and Gaurabauram constituencies respectively, highlighting a complex intersection of family dynamics and political ambitions across party lines.
Bihar Election and Chhath Puja: Understanding the Strategic Relationship Between Festivals and Voter Turnout
Oct 14, 2025 09:47 pm CST
The Bihar election schedule strategically accommodates Diwali and Chhath Puja festivals to maximize voter participation, particularly among migrant workers. Historical data shows voter turnout increases when elections follow these cultural celebrations, with percentages rising from 45.85% in 2005 to 57.29% in 2020. The 2025 election uniquely positions voting after Chhath for the first time in recent electoral cycles, while political parties leverage the festival's significance for voter sentiment, as evidenced by Delhi's BJP government emphasizing "grand" Chhath celebrations.
Maithili Thakur Joins BJP: Folk Singer Set to Contest Bihar Assembly Elections from Alinagar
Oct 14, 2025 07:50 pm CST
Celebrated Maithili folk singer Maithili Thakur has joined the BJP and is expected to contest the upcoming Bihar assembly elections from Alinagar constituency in Darbhanga. Previously honored as "Cultural Ambassador of The Year" by Prime Minister Modi, Thakur aims to serve her region while preserving its cultural heritage through her new political journey.
Sushant Singh Rajput's Cousin Divya Gautam Maintains Political Independence While Running for Bihar Assembly Elections
Oct 14, 2025 04:03 pm CST
Divya Gautam, cousin of late actor Sushant Singh Rajput and Communist Party of India (Marxist-Leninist) Liberation candidate from Bihar's Digha constituency, emphasizes her commitment to independent political identity while addressing local issues like waterlogging and infrastructure problems. The two-phase Bihar assembly elections are scheduled for November 6 and 11, with Gautam representing the opposition Mahagathbandhan alliance against incumbent BJP MLA Sanjeev Chaurasiya.
Sushant Singh Rajput's Cousin Divya Gautam Announced as CPI(ML) Liberation Candidate for Bihar Assembly Elections
Oct 14, 2025 01:23 pm CST
Divya Gautam, cousin of late actor Sushant Singh Rajput, has been nominated by CPI(ML) Liberation to contest from Digha constituency in the upcoming Bihar assembly elections. The theatre artist and former AISA leader will file her nomination on Wednesday as part of the opposition's Mahagathbandhan alliance, which includes RJD and Congress. The two-phase elections are scheduled for November 6 and 11.
RJD Election Symbol Controversy: Tejashwi Yadav Recalls Candidate Symbols in Dramatic Late-Night Development
Oct 14, 2025 01:04 pm CST
In a surprising turn of events in Bihar politics, RJD leaders who received party symbols for the upcoming Assembly elections were asked to return them following Tejashwi Yadav's arrival from Delhi. This development comes amid ongoing seat-sharing negotiations within the Mahagathbandhan alliance, with elections scheduled for November 6 and 11. The unexpected recall has created significant speculation in political circles as nomination deadlines approach.
Chirag Paswan's Political Renaissance: From Legacy Shadow to Bihar's Rising Leader
Oct 14, 2025 12:49 am CST
Chirag Paswan's remarkable political journey demonstrates resilience and strategic reinvention in Bihar's complex political landscape. From struggling under his father Ram Vilas Paswan's towering legacy to achieving impressive electoral success, his transformation exemplifies political adaptability. As the Lok Janshakti Party leader secures significant victories and expands his influence within the National Democratic Alliance, Chirag emerges as a symbol of hope for a new generation of voters and positions himself as a potential future Chief Minister of Bihar.
Jan Suraaj Party Announces 65 New Candidates for Bihar Elections: Prashant Kishor's Vision for Inclusive Representation
Oct 13, 2025 09:56 pm CST
Prashant Kishor's Jan Suraaj Party has released its second list of 65 candidates for the Bihar assembly elections, bringing the total to 116 nominees across diverse social categories. Focusing on inclusivity, the list features professionals with clean reputations from Extremely Backward Classes, OBCs, and minority communities, reinforcing the party's commitment to broad representation in its electoral debut across all 243 constituencies.
How Corruption Charges Against Lalu Yadav Family Could Reshape Bihar Election Dynamics
Oct 13, 2025 06:27 pm CST
The corruption case against RJD leader Lalu Prasad Yadav, his son Tejashwi, and wife Rabri Devi related to the IRCTC hotel scam has emerged as a potential game-changer for Bihar's upcoming elections. This development may weaken the opposition Mahagathbandhan's position in seat-sharing negotiations while creating competing narratives of political persecution versus accountability that could influence voter sentiment across urban and rural constituencies.