Nathnagar Assembly Constituency Goes to Polls in Crucial Bihar Elections
The politically significant Nathnagar Assembly constituency in Bihar participated in the state's crucial electoral process on November 11, 2025, as part of the larger Bihar Vidhan Sabha elections that spanned across two phases. The election results for this constituency, along with the other 242 seats in the state assembly, are being closely watched by political analysts and voters alike.
Key Candidates in the Fray for Nathnagar Seat
This election season witnessed a multi-cornered contest in Nathnagar with several prominent candidates representing major political parties. The electoral battle featured Mithun Kumar from the Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas), Ajay Kumar Roy representing the Jan Suraaj Party, and Sheikh Zeyaul Hassan from the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) as the primary contenders. The constituency also saw participation from numerous independent candidates and representatives from smaller political formations, making the electoral landscape particularly competitive.
Other notable candidates included Aravind Mandal, Chetan Ram, Dayaram Mandal, Jai Prakash Mandal, Jaykaran Paswan, Md Ismail from All India Majlis-E-Ittehadul Muslimeen, Md Manzar Alam from Bhartiya Party (Loktantrik), Ravish Chandra Ravi Kushwaha from BSP, Shanij Kumar, Sharada Devi, Sudhir Kumar, and Sushil Prasad Yadav from Peoples Party of India (Democratic).
Historical Context and Previous Election Performance
In the previous Assembly elections, the constituency witnessed a closely fought battle with RJD candidate Ali Ashraf Siddiqui emerging victorious by a margin of 7,756 votes. The runner-up in that election was JD(U)'s Lakshmi Kant Mandal who secured 71,076 votes, demonstrating the competitive nature of this constituency.
The historical voting pattern in Nathnagar has shown significant shifts over the years, with different political parties finding success at various times. The 2020 election results established RJD's strong presence in the area, setting the stage for an interesting contest in the current elections.
Bihar's Overall Electoral Landscape and Voter Participation
The 2025 Bihar Assembly elections were conducted in two phases on November 6 and November 11, 2025, covering all 243 constituencies across the state. The electoral battle primarily featured two major alliances - the RJD-led Mahagathbandhan and the NDA coalition comprising JD(U), BJP, and other partners.
Bihar recorded a voter turnout of 57.3% this year, which marked a slight increase compared to the 2020 assembly elections. This marginal improvement in voter participation reflects the continued engagement of the electorate in the democratic process despite various challenges.
The counting process for all constituencies is underway, with results expected to determine the political direction of Bihar for the next five years. Political observers are closely monitoring whether the regional alliances can maintain their dominance or if new political equations will emerge from these elections.
Candidate Profiles and Electoral Dynamics
The candidate profiles reveal interesting insights into the electoral contest. Sheikh Zeyaul Hassan of RJD declared assets worth over Rs 6 crore, while Ajay Kumar Roy of Jan Suraaj Party reported assets exceeding Rs 2.8 crore. Independent candidate Jai Prakash Mandal emerged as the wealthiest contender with assets over Rs 13 crore.
The educational qualifications of candidates ranged from illiterate to doctorate holders, representing diverse backgrounds. Several candidates faced criminal cases, adding another dimension to the electoral battle in this constituency.
As the counting process continues, all eyes remain on Nathnagar constituency to see which way the political winds blow in this significant electoral battle that could influence the larger political narrative in Bihar.
