The Janata Dal (United), led by Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, has taken a crucial step in the upcoming Bihar Assembly elections by releasing its first list of 57 candidates. This announcement comes after days of deliberation within the party and among its allies in the National Democratic Alliance (NDA), reflecting the strategic calculations of the leadership ahead of the state polls.
The release of this initial list has sparked political buzz across Bihar, as voters and analysts closely examine the candidates and constituencies chosen by JD(U). Key figures such as Anant Singh from Mokama and candidates for constituencies previously claimed by Chirag Paswan’s Lok Janshakti Party indicate that the party is making calculated moves to strengthen its presence in the NDA alliance and expand its influence in competitive areas.
As the first step in the electoral process, the announcement sets the stage for a highly competitive race in the state. While the list reveals JD(U)’s initial strategies, further candidates are expected to be unveiled in the coming days, with the party looking to balance representation across communities and constituencies.
JD(U) First List of 57 Candidates
The Janata Dal (United) approved candidates across a mix of constituencies, including reserved seats and general category areas. This list reflects JD(U)’s focus on both political strategy and social representation in Bihar. Notable candidates include Anant Singh for Mokama, Shri Shravan Kumar for Nalanda, and Dr. Kumar Pushpanjay for Barbigha.
| S.No | Constituency | Candidate Name |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alamnagar | Shri Narendra Narayan Yadav |
| 2 | Bihariganj | Shri Niranjan Kumar Mehta |
| 3 | Singheshwar (SC) | Shri Ramesh Rishidev |
| 4 | Madhepura | Smt Kavita Saha |
| 5 | Sonbarsa (SC) | Shri Ratnesh Sada |
| 6 | Mahishi | Shri Gunjeshwar Sah |
| 7 | Kusheshwar Asthan (SC) | Shri Atirek Kumar |
| 8 | Benipur | Shri Vinay Kumar Chaudhary |
| 9 | Darbhanga Rural | Shri Ishwar Mandal |
| 10 | Bahadurpur | Shri Madan Sahni |
| 11 | Gaighat | Shrimati Komal Singh |
| 12 | Minapur | Shri Ajay Kushwaha |
| 13 | Sakra (SC) | Shri Aditya Kumar |
| 14 | Kanti | Engineer Ajit Kumar |
| 15 | Kuchaikote | Shri Amarendra Kumar Pandey |
| 16 | Bhore (SC) | Shri Sunil Kumar |
| 17 | Hathua | Shri Ramsevak Singh |
| 18 | Barauli | Shri Manjeet Singh |
| 19 | Ziradei | Shri Bhishm Kushwaha |
| 20 | Raghunathpur | Shri Vikas Kumar Singh alias Jishu Singh |
| 21 | Barharia | Shri Indradev Patel |
| 22 | Maharajganj | Shri Hem Narayan Sah |
| 23 | Ekma | Shri Dhumal Singh |
| 24 | Manjhi | Shri Randhir Singh |
| 25 | Parsa | Shri Chhote Lal Rai |
| 26 | Vaishali | Shri Siddharth Patel |
| 27 | Raja Pakar (SC) | Shri Mahendra Ram |
| 28 | Mahnar | Shri Umesh Singh Kushwaha |
| 29 | Kalyanpur (SC) | Shri Maheshwar Hazari |
| 30 | Warisnagar | Dr. Manjrik Mrunal |
| 31 | Samastipur | Smt Ashwamegh Devi |
| 32 | Morwa | Shri Vidyasagar Singh Nishad |
| 33 | Sarairanjan | Shri Vijay Kumar Chaudhary |
| 34 | Bibhutipur | Smt Ravina Kushwaha |
| 35 | Hasanpur | Shri Raj Kumar Rai |
| 36 | Cheria-Bariarpur | Shri Abhishek Kumar |
| 37 | Matihani | Shri Rajkumar Singh |
| 38 | Alauli (SC) | Shri Ramchandra Sada |
| 39 | Khagaria | Shri Bablu Mandal |
| 40 | Beldaur | Shri Panna Lal Patel |
| 41 | Jamalpur | Shri Nachiketa Mandal |
| 42 | Suryagarha | Shri Ramanand Mandal |
| 43 | Sheikhpura | Shri Randhir Kumar Soni |
| 44 | Barbigha | Dr. Kumar Pushpanjay |
| 45 | Asthawan | Shri Jitendra Kumar |
| 46 | Rajgir (SC) | Shri Kaushal Kishor |
| 47 | Islampur | Shri Ruhel Ranjan |
| 48 | Hilsa | Shri Krishna Murari Sharan alias Prem Mukhiya |
| 49 | Nalanda | Shri Shravan Kumar |
| 50 | Harnaut | Shri Harinarayan Singh |
| 51 | Mokama | Shri Anant Singh |
| 52 | Phulwari (SC) | Shri Shyam Rajak |
| 53 | Masaurhi (SC) | Shri Arun Manjhi |
| 54 | Sandesh | Shri Radha Charan Sah |
| 55 | Jagdishpur | Shri Bhagwan Singh Kushwaha |
| 56 | Dumraon | Shri Rahul Singh |
| 57 | Rajpur (SC) | Shri Santosh Kumar Nirala |
Seat Allocation and NDA Strategy
The release of JD(U)’s first list is aligned with the NDA’s overall seat-sharing strategy. BJP and JD(U) are each contesting 101 seats, while the Lok Janshakti Party will contest 29 seats. Rashtriya Lok Morcha (RLM) and Hindustani Awam Morcha (HAM) will contest six seats each, ensuring balanced representation among allies.
This strategy also ensures representation across communities. Among NDA candidates, reserved seats are included along with allocations for EBC, OBC, and Muslim communities, highlighting JD(U)’s attempt to maintain inclusivity and electoral strength.
Election Timeline
The 243-seat Bihar Assembly election will be held in two phases: November 6 and November 11, with counting scheduled for November 14. JD(U) is expected to release a second list of candidates shortly, completing its electoral lineup for the polls.
Conclusion
The JD(U)’s first list of 57 candidates under Nitish Kumar marks a key step in Bihar’s political preparations. By combining experienced leaders and strategically selected candidates, the party aims to consolidate support and strengthen its position ahead of the assembly elections.
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