The political fate of Cheria Bariarpur assembly constituency hangs in balance as counting continues for the 2025 Bihar Vidhan Sabha elections. This high-stakes contest witnessed a direct clash between the ruling National Democratic Alliance and opposition Mahagathbandhan in one of Bihar's 243 assembly seats.
Election Schedule and Key Candidates
Voters in Cheria Bariarpur exercised their franchise on November 06, 2025, during the first phase of Bihar's two-phase assembly elections. The constituency saw a diverse field of candidates representing major political parties and independent contenders.
The key contestants include Abhishek Anand from the Janata Dal (United), Sushil Kumar representing the Rashtriya Janata Dal, and Mritunjay Kumar from the Jan Suraaj Party. Other significant candidates in the fray comprise Ram Sakha Mahto, Ram Swarth Prasad, and Vijay Tanti contesting as independents.
Historical Context and Previous Results
In the 2020 assembly elections, the constituency witnessed a decisive victory for RJD candidate Raj Vanshi Mahto, who secured a commanding margin of 40,897 votes. The JD(U)'s Kumari Manju Varma finished as runner-up with 27,738 votes, setting the stage for an intense rematch in the current elections.
The historical voting pattern shows consistent political shifts, with Kumari Manju Verma emerging victorious in both 2010 and 2015 elections, demonstrating the constituency's dynamic political preferences.
Electoral Significance and Voter Turnout
Cheria Bariarpur represents a microcosm of Bihar's larger political landscape, where regional alliances play a crucial role in determining electoral outcomes. The RJD-led Mahagathbandhan and the NDA coalition comprising JD(U), BJP and other partners engaged in a fierce battle for dominance across the state.
Bihar recorded an overall voter turnout of 57.3% this election cycle, marking a slight increase compared to the 2020 assembly elections. This heightened participation reflects the electorate's engagement with critical state-level issues and development agendas.
The election results from Cheria Bariarpur will significantly influence the broader political narrative in Bihar, potentially determining the balance of power in the state assembly. As counting progresses, all eyes remain fixed on this crucial constituency that could swing either way based on final vote tallies.
