The political fate of Hajipur assembly constituency hangs in balance as counting of votes begins for the crucial Bihar Assembly elections held in November 2025. This high-stakes electoral battle in one of Bihar's 243 constituencies has drawn significant attention from political observers and voters alike.
Hajipur Voting Pattern and Key Candidates
The Hajipur Assembly constituency went to polls on November 06, 2025, during the first phase of Bihar's two-phase election process. The electoral contest features several prominent candidates representing major political parties, making it one of the most watched seats in the state.
Among the key contenders are Awadhesh Singh from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), who is seeking to retain his seat after winning the previous assembly elections. He faces competition from Pratibha Sinha of the Jan Suraaj Party and Deo Kumar Chaurasia representing the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD).
Previous Election Performance and Voting Trends
In the last Assembly elections, the constituency witnessed a closely fought battle where BJP's Awadhesh Singh emerged victorious by a narrow margin of 2990 votes. The RJD candidate Deo Kumar Chaurasia secured the runner-up position with 82,562 votes, demonstrating the competitive nature of this constituency.
The 2025 Bihar elections recorded a voter turnout of 57.3%, showing a slight increase compared to the 2020 assembly elections. This indicates growing political engagement among the electorate in the state.
Major Political Alliances and Electoral Significance
The Hajipur contest reflects the larger political dynamics playing out across Bihar, where the RJD-led Mahagathbandhan and the NDA alliance comprising JD(U) and BJP are locked in a fierce battle for dominance. The outcome in Hajipur could serve as an indicator of the broader political trends in the state.
The complete list of candidates for Hajipur constituency includes representatives from various political parties:
- Abhishek Kumar - BSP
- Awadhesh Singh - BJP
- Deo Kumar Chaurasia - RJD
- Dheeraj Kumar Roy - Yuva Devlop Party
- Ghanshyam Kumar Daha - Rashtriya Lok Janshakti Party
- Pratibha Sinha - Jan Suraaj Party
- Raj Kumar Paswan - AAP
- Several independent candidates
Historical Context and Political Legacy
Hajipur has maintained its significance in Bihar's political landscape over the years. The constituency's voting patterns often reflect the changing political preferences of the Bihar electorate. In the 2015 assembly elections, Awadhesh Singh of BJP secured victory, repeating his success in the 2020 polls as well.
The election was conducted across two phases on November 06, 2025 and November 11, 2025, with counting scheduled for November 14, 2025. The results will determine not only the representative for Hajipur but also contribute to the formation of the next state government.
As the counting progresses, political analysts are closely monitoring the trends in Hajipur, given its potential to influence the overall political narrative in Bihar. The constituency's outcome could provide crucial insights into voter preferences and the effectiveness of various political campaigns conducted by competing alliances.
