Kasba Assembly Constituency Awaits Verdict in Bihar Elections 2025
The political fate of Kasba assembly constituency in Bihar hangs in balance as counting begins for the 2025 state elections. This crucial seat went to polls on November 11, 2025, during the second phase of Bihar's 243-seat Vidhan Sabha elections. The constituency witnessed a triangular contest among major political parties with several prominent candidates in the fray.
Key Candidates in Kasba Constituency
The Kasba assembly seat features an interesting mix of political heavyweights and newcomers. The main contenders include Nitesh Kumar Singh representing the Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas), Md. Ittefaque Alam from the Jan Suraaj Party, and Md. Irfan Alam of the Indian National Congress. Other significant candidates in the race are independent candidates Md. Afaque Alam and Pradeep Kumar Das, both of whom have previously contested from this constituency.
The candidate list showcases diverse political backgrounds and substantial financial declarations. According to affidavits, Md. Ittefaque Alam leads in declared assets with over ₹8 crore, while Rajendra Yadav follows closely with approximately ₹9.67 crore. The educational qualifications range from literate to post-graduate degrees among the candidates.
Historical Context and Previous Results
Kasba constituency has maintained a consistent political pattern in recent elections. In the 2020 assembly elections, Congress candidate Md. Afaque Alam emerged victorious with a commanding margin of 17,278 votes. His nearest rival, LJP's Pradeep Kumar Das, secured 60,132 votes. Md. Afaque Alam has maintained his winning streak since 2010, establishing himself as a dominant force in Kasba's political landscape.
The 2025 elections present a different dynamic with Md. Afaque Alam contesting as an independent candidate rather than representing the Congress party. This shift could potentially alter the traditional voting patterns and create new political equations in the constituency.
Bihar's Electoral Landscape and Voter Participation
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 were conducted in two phases on November 6 and November 11, 2025, across all 243 constituencies.
The political battle in Bihar primarily involved two major alliances - the RJD-led Mahagathbandhan and the NDA coalition comprising JD(U), BJP, and other partners. These regional powerhouses competed for dominance in the state's political arena, with Kasba constituency representing one of the many keenly watched contests.
As counting progresses, political observers are closely monitoring whether the incumbent's track record will influence voter preferences or whether new political alignments will reshape Kasba's representation in the Bihar Legislative Assembly.
