Marhaura Assembly Constituency Awaits Verdict in High-Stakes Bihar Elections
The political fate of Marhaura assembly constituency hangs in balance as counting begins for the 2025 Bihar Vidhan Sabha elections. This high-profile seat in Saran district witnessed voting on November 06, 2025, during the two-phase election process that covered all 243 assembly seats across Bihar on November 06 and November 11, 2025.
Key Candidates and Political Dynamics
The electoral battle in Marhaura features several prominent candidates representing major political parties and alliances. Naveen Kumar Singh Alias Abhay Singh from the Jan Suraaj Party stands as a significant contender, while Jitendra Kumar Rai represents the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD).
Other candidates in the fray include Abhishek Ranjan and Ankit Kumar (both Independents), Lalu Prasad Yadav from Rashtriya Jansambhavna Party, Madhubala Giri of The Plurals Party, Manegar Ray and Sandev Kumar Ray (Independents), and Purushottam Kumar from Rashtriya Sab Janshakti Party.
Historical Context and Previous Performance
In the 2020 assembly elections, RJD's Jitendra Kumar Ray emerged victorious by a comfortable margin of 11,385 votes. He secured victory against JD(U) candidate Altaf Alam, who finished as runner-up with 48,427 votes. This historical performance adds significant context to the current electoral battle, with Jitendra Kumar Rai seeking to maintain his winning streak.
Broader Bihar Election Landscape
The 2025 Bihar elections witnessed a voter turnout of 57.3%, marking a slight increase compared to the 2020 assembly polls. The electoral battle primarily involved two major alliances - the RJD-led Mahagathbandhan and the NDA coalition comprising JD(U), BJP and other partners. Both alliances competed fiercely for dominance in the state's political landscape.
As counting progresses, all eyes remain on Marhaura constituency and other key seats across Bihar. The final results will determine the political direction of the state for the next five years and could significantly impact regional and national politics.
