Nautan Assembly Constituency Goes to Polls in Crucial Bihar Elections
The political landscape of Bihar witnessed significant activity as the Nautan Assembly constituency participated in the state's electoral process on November 11, 2025. This constituency forms part of the larger Bihar Vidhan Sabha elections that covered all 243 seats across the state. The voting occurred in two phases, with the first phase conducted on November 06, 2025, and the second phase completing on November 11, 2025.
Key Candidates in the Fray for Nautan Seat
Several prominent candidates contested from the Nautan Assembly constituency, representing various political parties. The Bharatiya Janata Party fielded Narayan Prasad, while the Indian National Congress nominated Amit Kumar. The Jan Suraaj Party put forward Santosh Chaudhari as their candidate, and the Janshakti Janta Dal selected Ajeet Kumar Sah to represent their party interests.
Other significant candidates included Bipin Bihari Pandey, Chitranjan Kumar Patel, Jai Prakash from NCP, Mohammad Ali, Sanjay Prasad (also known as Sanjay Kumar Singh) representing Apni Janta Party, Sikandar Ram, and Virendra Rao from BSP. The diverse candidate list reflected the competitive nature of this constituency.
Historical Context and Previous Election Performance
In the previous Assembly elections, Narayan Prasad of BJP emerged victorious with a commanding margin of 25,896 votes. The runner-up position was secured by Sheikh Mohammad Kamran of INC, who gathered 52,761 votes in the electoral contest. This historical performance set the stage for an interesting rematch and new challengers in the 2025 elections.
The electoral history shows that Narayan Prasad has maintained a stronghold in this constituency, having won in both the 2015 and 2020 assembly elections. His previous victories established him as a formidable force in Nautan's political arena.
Bihar's Overall Electoral Landscape
The 2025 Bihar elections witnessed a voter turnout of 57.3%, marking a slight increase compared to the 2020 elections. This heightened participation reflected the significance voters attached to this electoral exercise and the competitive nature of Bihar politics.
The electoral battle primarily featured two major alliances - the RJD-led Mahagathbandhan and the NDA coalition comprising JD(U), BJP, and other partners. These regional alliances battled for dominance in the state, with Nautan constituency serving as one of the crucial battlegrounds that could influence the overall outcome.
As counting day approached on November 14, 2025, political observers and citizens alike awaited the results with keen interest. The outcome would not only determine the representative for Nautan but also contribute to shaping Bihar's political direction for the coming years.
The comprehensive candidate information, including educational qualifications, age, and asset declarations, provided voters with crucial insights to make informed decisions. The electoral process demonstrated the vibrant nature of Indian democracy at the grassroots level.
