Begusarai Assembly Election 2025: High-Stakes Battle in Bihar
The political fate of Begusarai assembly constituency in Bihar hangs in balance as counting of votes begins for the 2025 state elections. This crucial seat witnessed polling on November 06, 2025 along with several other constituencies in the first phase of Bihar's two-phase assembly elections.
Key Candidates in the Fray
Begusarai constituency features a multi-cornered contest with several prominent candidates vying for victory. The Bharatiya Janata Party has fielded Kundan Kumar, who won this seat in the last assembly elections by a narrow margin of 4554 votes. The Indian National Congress candidate Amita Bhushan, who was the runner-up in 2020 with 69663 votes, is seeking to turn the tables this time.
Other significant contenders include Surendra Kumar Sahani from the Jan Suraaj Party, Ram Krishna Mahto representing Janshakti Janta Dal, and Mira Singh from the Aam Aadmi Party. The constituency also has several independent candidates in the race, making the electoral battle particularly interesting.
Voter Turnout and Political Context
Bihar recorded an overall voter turnout of 57.3% in the 2025 assembly elections, showing a slight increase compared to the 2020 figures. The elections witnessed a direct contest between two major political alliances - the RJD-led Mahagathbandhan and the NDA comprising JD(U), BJP and other partners.
The Begusarai constituency has been a traditional battleground for major political parties, with the BJP managing to secure victory in the last assembly elections. However, the narrow victory margin of just 4554 votes in 2020 indicates that the contest could go either way this time.
Candidate Profiles and Assets
The financial declarations of candidates reveal interesting insights. BJP's Kundan Kumar leads in terms of declared assets with Rs 13.18 crore, while Congress candidate Amita Bhushan has declared assets worth Rs 6.38 crore. AAP candidate Mira Singh surprisingly tops the wealth chart with declared assets of Rs 15.20 crore.
Several candidates face pending criminal cases, with Mira Singh having 5 cases against her, while Kundan Kumar and Ram Krishna Mahto have 1 and 2 cases respectively. The educational qualifications of candidates range from literate to post-graduate degrees, reflecting diverse backgrounds.
Historical Performance and Trends
Begusarai has witnessed changing political fortunes over the years. In the 2010 assembly elections, Surendra Mehta emerged victorious, while in 2015, Amita Bhushan won the seat. The 2020 elections saw BJP's Kundan Kumar claiming victory, indicating the constituency's unpredictable voting pattern.
The 2025 election results will be crucial in determining whether the BJP can retain this important seat or if the opposition parties can make a comeback in this politically significant region of Bihar.
As counting progresses, all eyes remain on Begusarai to see which way the political wind blows in this closely watched constituency that often reflects the larger political trends in Bihar politics.
