The political landscape of Amnour Assembly constituency in Bihar witnessed significant activity as voters cast their ballots in the crucial 2025 state elections. The constituency went to polls on November 06, 2025, as part of the two-phase Bihar Legislative Assembly elections that determined the fate of 243 seats across the state.
Key Candidates in the Fray
Amnour constituency saw a multi-cornered contest with several prominent candidates vying for the seat. The Bharatiya Janata Party fielded Krishan Kumar Mantoo as their candidate, while the Rashtriya Janata Dal nominated Sunil Kumar. The relatively new Jan Suraaj Party put forward Rahul Kumar Singh as their contender.
Other candidates who entered the electoral battle included Ali Abbas from Bharatiya Momin Front, Puja Kumari representing BSP, and several independent candidates such as Arjun Kumar Nirala, Lakshman Yadav, Ramlal Manjhi, and Sujeet Priydarshi.
Historical Context and Previous Performance
In the last Assembly elections, the constituency witnessed a closely fought contest where BJP's Krishan Kumar Mantoo emerged victorious by a margin of 3,681 votes. The RJD candidate Sunil Kumar secured the runner-up position with 59,635 votes, demonstrating the competitive nature of this constituency.
The historical data shows that Krishan Kumar has maintained a strong presence in Amnour politics, having won the seat in previous elections as well. This election marked another chapter in the ongoing political dynamics of this significant Bihar constituency.
Bihar's Electoral Landscape and Voter Participation
Bihar recorded an overall voter turnout of 57.3% in the 2025 elections, showing a slight increase compared to the 2020 assembly polls. The electoral battle primarily featured two major alliances - the RJD-led Mahagathbandhan and the NDA comprising JD(U), BJP and other partners.
The counting of votes for Amnour and all other constituencies began on November 14, 2025, with results being declared the same day. The election process witnessed intense competition between the regional alliances fighting for dominance in Bihar's political arena.
Candidate Profiles and Background Details
The candidates represented diverse backgrounds and financial standings. Krishan Kumar Mantoo of BJP declared assets worth over ₹9.47 crore with liabilities of approximately ₹4.47 crore. The Jan Suraaj Party's Rahul Kumar Singh showed assets exceeding ₹5.35 crore with no declared liabilities.
Independent candidate Sujeet Priydarshi reported assets worth ₹6.69 crore, while BSP candidate Puja Kumari declared assets of ₹77.77 lakh. The educational qualifications of candidates ranged from literate to post-graduate, reflecting the varied demographic representation in the electoral process.
As the counting progressed, political observers closely monitored Amnour constituency given its historical significance and the high-profile candidates contesting. The results from this constituency were expected to provide insights into the broader political trends emerging across Bihar.
