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Bihar Election Results 2025: Tej Pratap Yadav Leads in Mahua
Early trends for the Bihar Assembly Election 2025 show Tej Pratap Yadav of the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leading in the Mahua constituency. The RJD leader and son of Lalu Prasad Yadav is poised for a potential victory in this BJP stronghold, signaling a dramatic shift in voter sentiment.
Why Mahua Matters in Bihar Politics
Mahua, a crucial seat in Vaishali district, has been a BJP bastion since 2020 when Mukesh Sahni (BJP) won against the RJD. This year, however, Tej Pratap Yadav faces a tough fight against Sahni and JD(U)’s Sanjay Kumar Singh in a triangular contest.
Current vote-counting trends suggest:
– Tej Pratap leading by ~12,000 votes
– Strong rural & youth support due to his farmers’ rights and unemployment pledges
– RJD-Left alliance consolidating Yadav-Muslim votes
What’s Driving Tej Pratap’s Comeback?
- Grassroots Campaigning: Unlike past elections, Tej Pratap adopted a door-to-door approach, holding chaupals (village meetings) and targeting local issues.
- Social Media Influence: His viral speeches and memes resonated with young voters.
- Anti-Incumbency Against BJP: Voters expressed frustration over unfulfilled promises by sitting MLA Mukesh Sahni.
BJP & JD(U)’s Challenges
- BJP’s Mukesh Sahni struggles with anti-incumbency and allegations of neglecting development.
- JD(U)’s Sanjay Kumar Singh fails to split votes significantly despite JD(U)-BJP’s state alliance.
Implications for Bihar’s Political Landscape
- RJD’s Revival? A Mahua win could boost the Mahagathbandhan (Grand Alliance)’s morale.
- BJP’s Setback: Losing Mahua may signal declining support in traditional strongholds.
- Tej Pratap’s Redemption: Establishes him as a serious contender beyond his family legacy.
Final Results Awaited
While trends favor Tej Pratap Yadav, official results will confirm if Mahua swings back to RJD. Follow NextMinuteNews for real-time updates.
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