New Delhi, India — The Bihar Assembly election dates are likely to be announced soon, with the Election Commission expected to hold a press conference in the first week of October. Both the ruling NDA and the opposition Grand Alliance are grappling with internal conflicts as they prepare for a high-stakes battle to secure a majority and return to power.
Chief Minister Nitish Kumar is aiming to maximize the Janata Dal (United)’s performance, while RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav is aggressively positioning himself for the top post. To avoid repeating past mistakes, JDU is conducting detailed surveys on every seat, evaluating the five-year performance of its MLAs and gauging public satisfaction with their tenure.
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In the 2020 Assembly elections, JDU contested 122 seats but won only 43, a setback the party is determined not to repeat in 2025. Among the constituencies drawing significant attention is the Belhar Assembly seat in Banka district.
Currently represented by JDU’s Manoj Yadav, who defeated RJD’s Ramdev Yadav in 2020, Belhar may witness an intra-party clash this time. Senior JDU leader and social worker Onkar Yadav has also submitted his claim for the ticket. Known for his long-standing dedication to the party, Onkar Yadav has played a pivotal role in ensuring JDU’s victories across Banka — in Assembly, MLC, and Lok Sabha contests.
Adding momentum to the campaign, an NDA workers’ conference is scheduled for September 25 at the high school in Chandan, Belhar, with Onkar Yadav spearheading preparations.
The big question remains: Will JDU renominate sitting MLA Manoj Yadav, or turn to Onkar Yadav as its candidate for Belhar? The decision could shape the party’s prospects in one of Banka’s most closely watched constituencies.
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