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.