The Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM)’s decision to withdraw from contesting the Bihar Assembly elections has stirred political discussion across eastern India, with a senior Jharkhand minister warning that the move could have far-reaching implications for Jharkhand’s internal political landscape. The development was formally confirmed on October 22, 2025, following internal consultations between party leaders in Ranchi and Dumka, where JMM decided to focus its organizational and electoral resources solely on Jharkhand’s 2026 Assembly elections. The minister, while not naming any individuals, hinted that the decision had sparked dissent among cadres who viewed Bihar’s border constituencies — especially Jamui, Banka, and Kishanganj — as strategically important for expanding JMM’s influence beyond state boundaries. Historically, JMM has maintained a presence in Bihar’s tribal and minority-dominated regions since the days of Shibu Soren’s leadership, aligning occasionally with regional parties such as RJD and Congress during coalition experiments. However, this time the party leadership, under Hemant Soren, decided that contesting in Bihar could stretch resources and distract from the mounting political challenges within Jharkhand — including managing coalition tensions with the Congress and addressing corruption allegations within the ruling alliance. The minister’s remarks also reflected unease within JMM ranks about losing visibility in Bihar’s Santhal and Angika belts, where the party has traditionally sought to protect tribal land and employment rights. Party insiders say the decision marks a retreat from JMM’s earlier vision of regional expansion across the Jharkhand–Bihar border. #JharkhandPolitics #JMM #HemantSoren #ShibuSoren #BiharElections2025 #RegionalPolitics #Ranchi #Dumka
The Suheldev Bharatiya Samaj Party (SBSP), led by Om Prakash Rajbhar, has announced that it will contest the 2025 Bihar Assembly elections independently after being dropped from the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance’s seat-sharing arrangement. Feeling sidelined and denied the seats they had requested, SBSP decided to assert its presence in the elections without aligning with any major coalition. The party plans to contest 153 out of 243 seats and has already announced a list of 48 candidates for the first phase of voting, along with 20 star campaigners including Om Prakash Rajbhar and his sons Arvind Rajbhar and Arun Rajbhar. SBSP claims strong organizational influence in eastern Bihar, where communities like Rajbhar, Bhar, and Rajvanshi hold significant sway. This move could impact the vote share in key OBC/EBC-dominated constituencies, potentially splitting votes that might have otherwise gone to the BJP-NDA alliance. SBSP emphasizes its commitment to social justice and regional representation, positioning itself as a significant player in Bihar politics ahead of the November 6 and November 11, 2025 polling dates. #BiharElections2025 #SBSP #OmPrakashRajbhar #SeatSharingDispute #NDA #BJP #OBCPolitics #RegionalParties #ElectionStrategy #PoliticalRealignment
On October 14, 2025, JD(U) MLA Gopal Mandal staged a sit-in protest outside Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's residence in Patna. Mandal, representing the Gopalpur constituency, expressed frustration over being denied a party ticket for the upcoming assembly elections. He demanded a meeting with the Chief Minister, stating, "I want to meet the CM. I have been waiting here since 08:30 hours. I will get the election ticket. I won’t go without getting it." The protest intensified as Mandal and his supporters refused to disperse, leading to increased security measures outside the CM's residence. Police personnel were deployed to manage the situation, and Mandal was eventually removed from the area. This incident highlights internal tensions within the JD(U) over seat-sharing arrangements ahead of the Bihar Assembly elections scheduled for November 6 and 11, 2025. The unrest reflects broader dissatisfaction among party members regarding ticket allocations and coalition dynamics within the National Democratic Alliance (NDA). #JDUMandate #BiharElections2025 #SeatSharingDispute #GopalMandalProtest #NitishKumar #NDAAlliance #BiharPolitics #ElectionTicketDenial #InternalPartyTensions
The Bihar Assembly elections have officially entered the candidate nomination phase as of October 11, 2025, marking the first formal step in the state’s electoral process. Prospective candidates from major parties, including Nitish Kumar’s Janata Dal (United), Tejashwi Yadav’s Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD), and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), have begun filing their nomination papers with the Election Commission of India. This phase will continue for several days, allowing party representatives and independent aspirants to register for the upcoming polls. The nomination process is a critical precursor to campaigning and electioneering. Past assembly elections, such as those held in 2020, saw heavy competition across Bihar’s 243 legislative constituencies, with prominent leaders like Nitish Kumar and Tejashwi Yadav drawing significant voter attention. Observers note that early filing patterns can indicate strategic contests in key regions such as Patna, Gaya, and Muzaffarpur, where political battles are historically intense. The Election Commission has emphasized strict adherence to Model Code of Conduct regulations during the nomination period, ensuring transparency and fairness. Security arrangements and logistical support are being strengthened at nomination centers to manage crowds and maintain order. With the electoral process now underway, political parties are gearing up for intensive campaigns aimed at engaging voters and consolidating their support bases across Bihar. #BiharElections2025 #NitishKumar #TejashwiYadav #BJP #JD(U) #RJD #ElectionCommissionOfIndia #PoliticalProcess #StateElections #NagpurNews
The Election Commission of India has published the final voter list for the upcoming Bihar Assembly elections, following a Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. This comprehensive update has led to the inclusion of 21.53 lakh new electors across the state, reflecting efforts to ensure inclusive and accurate voter registration. Among these, 1.63 lakh new voters have been added in Patna, highlighting the significant participation of first-time voters in the state’s political process. The addition of millions of voters could reshape electoral dynamics, especially in urban constituencies like Patna, where youth participation is expected to influence outcomes. Analysts suggest that political parties will now reassess campaign strategies, focusing on engaging first-time voters and ensuring outreach to newly added electors. The emphasis on transparent and updated voter rolls reflects the Election Commission’s commitment to free, fair, and participatory elections, enabling every eligible citizen to exercise their democratic rights. #BiharElections2025 #VoterListFinal #ElectionCommission #SpecialIntensiveRevision #NewVoters #Patna #DemocracyInAction #VotingRights #ElectoralRoll #YouthParticipation
