The political fate of Vaishali Assembly constituency hangs in balance as counting begins for the crucial Bihar Assembly elections held in November 2025. This high-stakes electoral battle witnessed a keen contest between major political alliances with several prominent candidates in the fray.
Election Schedule and Key Details
Vaishali constituency went to polls on November 06, 2025 during the two-phase Bihar Assembly elections. The voting for all 243 seats across the state was conducted on November 06 and November 11, 2025. The counting process commenced on November 14, 2025, with results expected to be declared throughout the day.
Bihar recorded an overall voter turnout of 57.3% this election cycle, marking a slight increase compared to the 2020 assembly polls. This indicates heightened political engagement among the electorate despite various challenges.
Major Candidates in Vaishali Constituency
The electoral battle in Vaishali features several significant candidates representing major political parties and alliances. The key contenders include Siddharth Patel from the Janata Dal (United), who is also the sitting MLA from the constituency.
Other prominent candidates are Sunil Kumar representing the Jan Suraaj Party and Ajay Kumar Kushwaha from the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD). The constituency also has multiple independent candidates and representatives from smaller parties adding to the competitive landscape.
Historical Context and Previous Results
In the last Assembly elections held in 2020, JD(U)'s Siddharth Patel emerged victorious by a margin of 7,413 votes. The Congress candidate Sanjeev Singh finished as runner-up with 62,367 votes, making it a closely contested battle.
The historical data shows that Vaishali has witnessed changing political allegiances over the years. In 2015, Raj Kishore Singh won the seat, while Brishin Patel had secured victory in the 2010 assembly elections, indicating the constituency's dynamic political nature.
Candidate Profiles and Background Details
The candidate list for Vaishali presents a diverse mix of political experience and backgrounds. Siddharth Patel of JD(U) declared assets worth over 3.5 crore rupees, while RJD candidate Ajay Kumar Kushwaha showed assets exceeding 11 crore rupees.
Other candidates include Anand Kumar (Independent), Brishin Patel (Independent), Dr. Bipin Chandra (Samata Party), Md. Murtaza Hossain Haque (Ambedkar National Congress), and several others representing various political ideologies and social backgrounds.
Political Alliances and Statewide Context
The 2025 Bihar Assembly elections witnessed a direct contest between two major political formations - the RJD-led Mahagathbandhan and the NDA alliance comprising JD(U), BJP and other partners. Both coalitions fought aggressively to establish dominance in the state's political landscape.
Vaishali constituency, being part of this larger political battle, reflects the broader trends and patterns emerging across Bihar. The results from this seat will significantly impact the overall composition of the 243-member Bihar Legislative Assembly.
As the counting process continues, political observers and citizens alike await the final outcome that will determine the representative for Vaishali and ultimately shape the government formation in Bihar for the next five years.
