The political fate of Phulparas Assembly constituency in Bihar was decided as voters cast their ballots on November 11, 2025. This high-stakes election saw a direct contest between major political parties, with the constituency being one of the 243 seats that determined the government formation in the state.
Key Candidates in the Fray
The electoral battle in Phulparas featured several prominent candidates representing major political parties. Sheela Kumari from the Janata Dal (United) sought to defend her seat, while Subodh Mandal represented the Indian National Congress. The Jan Suraaj Party fielded Jalendra Mishra as their candidate, making the contest particularly interesting.
Other significant candidates included Gauri Shankar Yadav from the Aam Aadmi Party, Vijay Kumar from the Bahujan Samaj Party, and several independent candidates including Baiju Safi, Ram Kumar Yadav, and Vijay Kumar Chaudhari. The presence of Krishna Mohan from Ekta Dal United and Swami Sureshanand from Rashtriya Jansambhavna Party added more dimensions to this multi-cornered contest.
Historical Context and Previous Performance
In the 2020 Assembly elections, JD(U)'s Sheela Kumari emerged victorious by a significant margin of 10,966 votes. She secured a total of 75,116 votes, while her nearest rival, Congress candidate Kripanath Pathak, received 64,150 votes. This historical performance set the stage for an intense rematch in the 2025 elections.
The constituency has traditionally witnessed close contests between national and regional parties, with voter preferences often reflecting the broader political trends in Bihar. The 2025 elections were particularly crucial given the slightly increased voter turnout of 57.3% across Bihar compared to previous years.
Electoral Significance and Broader Implications
Phulparas constituency represents a microcosm of Bihar's complex political landscape. The elections witnessed a fierce battle between two major alliances – the RJD-led Mahagathbandhan and the NDA coalition comprising JD(U) and BJP. The outcome in Phulparas was expected to have significant implications for government formation in the state.
The counting process, which began on November 14, 2025, determined whether the sitting MLA could retain her seat or if the opposition parties would manage to make inroads in this crucial constituency. The results from Phulparas were closely watched by political analysts as an indicator of voting patterns in the broader Madhubani region.
With the election process conducted smoothly across two phases on November 6 and November 11, 2025, all eyes remained on the Phulparas results as they unfolded, potentially influencing the political destiny of Bihar for the next five years.
