The political fate of Katoria Assembly constituency hangs in balance as counting begins for the Bihar Vidhan Sabha elections 2025. This tribal reserved seat in Bihar witnessed polling on November 11, 2025, as part of the state's two-phase electoral process that concluded on November 11.
Key Candidates in the Fray
Katoria constituency features several prominent candidates representing major political parties. The Bharatiya Janata Party has fielded Puran Lal Tudu, while the Rashtriya Janata Dal candidate is Sweety Sima Hembrom. The Jan Suraaj Party has nominated Salomi Murmu for this crucial seat.
Other significant contenders include Adhik Lal Marandi (Independent), Baliram Murmu (Independent), Dhena Soren from SUCI(C), Shiv Lal Hansda representing Rashtriya Lok Janshakti Party, and Sushilla Hembrom of Janshakti Vikas Party (Democratic).
Historical Context and Previous Results
In the 2020 Assembly elections, Dr. Nikki Hembrom of BJP emerged victorious from Katoria, defeating RJD's Sweety Sima Hembram by a margin of 6,421 votes. The BJP candidate secured 74,785 votes compared to the runner-up's 68,364 votes.
The constituency has seen interesting political shifts over the years. In 2015, Sweety Sima Hembram won the seat, while in 2010, Sonelal Hembrom represented the constituency in the Bihar Legislative Assembly.
Election Dynamics 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 polls. The electoral battle primarily involved two major alliances - the RJD-led Mahagathbandhan and the NDA comprising JD(U), BJP and other partners.
Katoria, being a Scheduled Tribe reserved constituency, has significant influence on the tribal voting patterns in the region. The contest between major political fronts reflects the broader political dynamics playing out across Bihar's 243 assembly seats.
As counting progresses, all eyes remain on Katoria to see whether the BJP can retain this seat or if opposition forces manage to reclaim this important constituency.
