The political landscape of Araria constituency in Bihar witnessed significant developments as the assembly election results for 2025 were announced. This crucial electoral battle saw multiple prominent candidates competing for the seat that has historically been a Congress stronghold.
Election Schedule and Voting Patterns
Araria Assembly constituency went to polls on November 11, 2025, as part of the two-phase Bihar elections that covered all 243 Vidhan Sabha seats. The first phase occurred on November 6, 2025, while Araria voted in the second phase along with several other constituencies.
Bihar recorded an overall voter turnout of 57.3% in the 2025 elections, showing a slight increase compared to the 2020 assembly polls. This marginal rise in participation indicated continued voter engagement despite various challenges.
Key Candidates in the Fray
The electoral battle in Araria featured several noteworthy candidates representing major political parties and alliances. The Janata Dal (United) fielded Shagufta Azim, while the Indian National Congress relied on their sitting MLA Abidur Rahman to retain the seat.
Farhat Ara Begum represented the Jan Suraaj Party, adding another dimension to the contest. Other candidates included Chandra Bhushan from AAP, Md. Asif Alam from Rashtriya Jansambhavna Party, and several independent candidates including A. Gafoor, Shivdeep W Lande, and Vishal Kumar Roy.
Historical Context and Previous Results
In the 2020 Assembly elections, Abidur Rahman of Congress had secured a decisive victory with a margin of 47,936 votes. His nearest competitor, Shagufta Azim of JD(U), had gathered 55,118 votes in that election, setting the stage for a potential rematch in 2025.
The constituency has shown consistent voting patterns in recent years, with Congress maintaining its hold since 2015. The 2025 election results were particularly significant given the broader political context of Bihar, where the RJD-led Mahagathbandhan and the NDA alliance comprising JD(U) and BJP were battling for dominance across the state.
As counting commenced, all eyes were on Araria to see if the established political equations would hold or if new alignments would emerge. The results from this constituency were expected to provide important insights into the broader political trends in Bihar and the effectiveness of various party strategies in the region.
