Chapra Assembly Constituency Goes to Polls in Crucial Bihar Elections
The politically significant Chapra Assembly constituency in Bihar participated in the state's electoral process on November 06, 2025, as part of the larger Bihar Vidhan Sabha elections that spanned across two phases. Voters across Bihar's 243 assembly seats exercised their franchise on November 06 and November 11, 2025, with counting scheduled for November 14, 2025.
Chapra constituency witnessed a multi-cornered contest with several prominent candidates vying for the seat. The electoral battle featured Chhoti Kumari representing the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Jai Prakash Singh from the Jan Suraaj Party, and Shatrughan Yadav of the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) among other contenders.
Historical Context and Previous Election Performance
In the previous Assembly elections, Chapra constituency saw a closely fought battle where Dr. C. N. Gupta of the BJP emerged victorious by a narrow margin of 6,771 votes. The RJD candidate Randhir Kumar Singh secured the runner-up position with 68,939 votes, demonstrating the competitive nature of this constituency.
The historical election data reveals interesting patterns in Chapra's political landscape. In 2010, Janardan Singh Sigriwal won the seat, followed by Dr. C. N. Gupta's consecutive victories in both 2015 and 2020 elections, indicating the BJP's strengthening presence in this region.
Bihar's Overall Electoral Landscape
The 2025 Bihar Assembly elections recorded a voter turnout of 57.3%, showing a slight increase compared to the 2020 elections. This marginal rise in participation reflects the continued engagement of Bihar's electorate in the democratic process.
The electoral battle in Bihar primarily featured two major alliances - the RJD-led Mahagathbandhan and the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) comprising JD(U), BJP, and other partner parties. These coalitions competed fiercely for dominance in the state's political arena, with Chapra constituency representing one of the many crucial battlegrounds.
Complete Candidate List for Chapra 2025 Elections
The Chapra Assembly constituency featured a diverse field of candidates representing various political parties and independent platforms. The complete list of contestants includes:
- Chhoti Kumari (BJP)
- Gyani Kumar Sharma (Bharatiya Ekta Dal)
- Jai Prakash Singh (Jan Suraaj Party)
- Md Sultan Hussen Idrishi (Independent)
- Padma Mishra (Independent)
- Rajesh Kushwaha (Bhartiya Lok Chetna Party)
- Rakhi Gupta (Independent)
- Rana Yashwant Pratap Singh (Independent)
- Shak Naushad (Aazad Samaj Party - Kanshi Ram)
- Shatrughan Yadav (RJD)
Candidate Profiles and Financial Declarations
The election commission's candidate affidavits revealed significant variations in declared assets among the contenders. Shatrughan Yadav of RJD declared the highest assets worth Rs 32.20 crore, followed by Rakhi Gupta, an independent candidate, with assets valued at Rs 12.60 crore.
Chhoti Kumari, the BJP candidate, declared assets worth Rs 1.41 crore, while several other candidates reported more modest financial holdings. The educational qualifications of candidates ranged from 10th pass to post-graduate degrees, with ages spanning from 34 to 58 years.
Counting Process and Result Declaration
The counting of votes for Chapra constituency and all other Bihar Assembly seats commenced on November 14, 2025. Election officials and observers monitored the process closely to ensure transparency and accuracy in result declaration.
As the counting progressed, political parties, candidates, and voters eagerly awaited the final outcome that would determine the political representation for Chapra constituency for the next five years. The results would not only impact local governance but also contribute to the larger political configuration in the Bihar Legislative Assembly.
The 2025 Chapra Assembly election results carry significant implications for both the ruling alliance and opposition parties, potentially influencing future political strategies and alliances in the state.
