The political landscape of Bihar witnessed another significant electoral battle as Sandesh Assembly constituency went to polls on November 06, 2025. This constituency forms part of the larger Bihar Vidhan Sabha elections that saw voting across two phases on November 06 and November 11, 2025.
Key Candidates in the Fray
Several prominent candidates contested for the Sandesh assembly seat, representing major political parties and alliances. Radha Charan Sah carried the flag for JD(U), while Dipu Singh represented the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD). The Jan Suraaj Party fielded Rajiv Ranjan Raj as their candidate for this crucial seat.
Other candidates who entered the electoral arena included Abhishek Kumar (Independent), Ajay Kumar Pathak (Akhil Bharatiya Jan Sangh), Manmohan Singh (Rashtrawadi Janlok Party), Mukesh Singh (Independent), Samarjay Singh (Independent), Sandhya Kumari (Independent), Sanjeet Kumar (Peoples Party of India Democratic), and Satya Prakash (The Plurals Party).
Historical Context and Previous Results
In the last Assembly elections, Sandesh constituency witnessed a decisive victory for the RJD candidate Kiran Devi, who won by an impressive margin of 50,607 votes. The JD(U)'s Vijayendra Yadav secured the runner-up position with 28,992 votes, highlighting the competitive nature of this constituency.
The 2025 elections saw Bihar recording a voter turnout of 57.3%, marking a slight increase compared to the 2020 assembly elections. This indicates growing political engagement among the electorate despite various challenges.
Political Alliances and Statewide Significance
The Sandesh constituency battle unfolded against the backdrop of larger political dynamics in Bihar. The regional alliances – the RJD-led Mahagathbandhan and the NDA comprising JD(U), BJP, and other partners – engaged in a fierce contest for dominance across the state's 243 assembly seats.
As counting commenced on November 14, 2025, all eyes were on Sandesh and other key constituencies that would ultimately determine the political future of Bihar. The election results from this constituency are particularly significant given its historical voting patterns and the high-profile candidates in contention.
The outcome from Sandesh will not only decide the local representative but also contribute to the broader narrative of which political alliance emerges victorious in Bihar, setting the course for the state's governance and development initiatives for the next five years.
