The political fate of Danapur assembly constituency in Bihar was decided as voters cast their ballots on November 06, 2025. This high-stakes contest is part of the larger Bihar Vidhan Sabha elections held across the state's 243 seats in two phases on November 06 and November 11, 2025.
Danapur Constituency: A High-Profile Contest
The Danapur seat witnessed a direct clash between major political forces. The key candidates in the fray include Ram Kripal Yadav representing the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and Rit Lal Roy from the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD). Other contestants include Pawan Kumar and Shailesh K.R Dhiraj (both Independents), Raghuveer Mahto (Rashtriya Jansambhavna Party), Sunny Kumar Sharma (Jagrook Janta Party), and Varsha (Independent).
Historical Context and Voter Participation
In the previous assembly elections, the RJD's Rit Lal Ray secured victory by a significant margin of 15,924 votes. The BJP's Asha Devi was the runner-up, having gathered 73,971 votes. The 2025 elections saw a voter turnout of 57.3% across Bihar, marking a slight increase compared to the 2020 polls. The electoral battle was primarily fought between two major alliances: the RJD-led Mahagathbandhan and the NDA alliance comprising the JD(U), BJP, and other partners.
Candidate Profiles and Electoral Significance
The Danapur constituency represents a microcosm of Bihar's complex political landscape. The return of Rit Lal Roy as the RJD candidate adds significance, given his previous victory record. Meanwhile, the BJP has fielded Ram Kripal Yadav in what appears to be a strategic move to reclaim the seat. The electoral outcome in Danapur will serve as a crucial indicator of the shifting political allegiances and public sentiment in the region.
As vote counting progresses, all eyes remain on Danapur to see whether the incumbent RJD maintains its hold or the BJP manages to turn the tables in this politically significant constituency.
