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Year-Ender 2025: Rising Stars and New Faces in Indian Politics
Dec 06, 2025 04:40 pm CST
The year 2025 witnessed a significant transformation in India's political landscape as several prominent personalities from entertainment, law enforcement, and local governance made their electoral debuts. From folk singer Maithili Thakur's historic win as the youngest MLA in Bihar to Saurabh Thapliyal's record-breaking mayoral victory in Dehradun, these newcomers represented diverse backgrounds and political affiliations, reshaping regional political dynamics across multiple state elections throughout the year.
Bihar Election Results 2025: Gen Z Candidates Performance and Maithili Thakur's Historic Lead as Youngest MLA
Nov 14, 2025 07:05 pm CST
The 2025 Bihar Assembly elections feature nearly ten Gen Z candidates, with BJP's Maithili Thakur leading in Alinagar and positioned to become Bihar's youngest ever MLA. This article analyzes the performance of all nine 25-year-old candidates across different constituencies, highlighting the emerging young political landscape in Bihar.
Bhojpuri Stars at the Ballot Box: Entertainment Icons Face Mixed Fortunes in Bihar Elections
Nov 14, 2025 05:51 pm CST
The Bihar elections witnessed a fascinating intersection of entertainment and politics as several Bhojpuri celebrities contested polls. While spiritual singer Maithili Thakur headed toward victory on a BJP ticket, established stars like Khesari Lal Yadav and Ritesh Pandey struggled against seasoned politicians. This examination of entertainment personalities in Bihar's political landscape reveals how fame translates differently in electoral politics, with some rising stars and others facing setbacks against the backdrop of NDA's landslide victory.
Critical Battles in Bihar's Second Phase Assembly Elections: Key Constituencies and Candidates
Nov 11, 2025 09:07 am CST
Bihar's second phase of assembly elections covers 122 constituencies with several high-stakes battles across districts including Champaran, Bhagalpur, and Katihar. The ruling NDA faces crucial tests with 12 ministers seeking reelection, while opposition alliances and emerging parties like Jan Suraaj create complex electoral dynamics in key battleground seats like Madhuban, Kahalgaon, and Kargahar.
Boat Access to Polls: Bihar Residents Navigate Water Barriers to Vote in Assembly Elections
Nov 06, 2025 07:33 pm CST
In Bihar's Danapur Diara, residents face unique challenges during the first phase of assembly elections as they must use boats to reach polling stations due to the absence of a bridge. The riverine area recorded varying voter turnout rates across constituencies despite transportation difficulties, highlighting the determination of locals to participate in the democratic process while advocating for essential infrastructure development.
RJD Releases 143 Candidates for Bihar Elections Amid Tensions with Congress Alliance
Oct 20, 2025 05:30 pm CST
The Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) has announced 143 candidates for the upcoming Bihar Assembly elections, revealing tensions within the Mahagathbandhan alliance as they fielded candidates in four constituencies already claimed by Congress. With Tejashwi Yadav contesting from Raghopur and notable candidates including Bhojpuri actor Khesari Lal Yadav, the party aims to improve on its 2020 performance when it won 75 seats. Bihar votes in two phases on November 6 and 11, with results on November 14.