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Bypoll Announced for Bihar MLC Seat After JD(U) Leader's Resignation

The Election Commission of India has announced a by-election for the Bihar Legislative Council seat from the Bhojpur-cum-Buxar Local Authorities' Constituency. The vacancy was created following the resignation of JD(U) leader Radha Charan Sah, who was arrested by the Enforcement Directorate in a money laundering case. The polling is scheduled for May 12, with the counting of votes set for May 14. The election process will be completed by May 15, with the Model Code of Conduct now in effect in the constituency.

Key Points: Bihar Bypoll for Bhojpur-Buxar MLC Seat After Sah's Exit

  • Bypoll for Bihar MLC seat
  • Vacancy after JD(U) leader's resignation
  • Model Code of Conduct in effect
  • Polling on May 12, counting May 14
  • Sah arrested by ED in 2023
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ECI announces bypoll to Bhojpur-cum-Buxar local body MLC constituency

ECI announces bypoll schedule for Bihar Legislative Council seat vacated by JD(U)'s Radha Charan Sah, with polling on May 12.

"The bye-election has been necessitated due to a casual vacancy following the resignation of JD(U) leader Radha Charan Sah. - ECI Statement"

Patna, April 9

The Election Commission of India on Thursday announced a bye-election to the Bihar Legislative Council from the Bhojpur-cum-Buxar Local Authorities' Constituency.

The bye-election has been necessitated due to a casual vacancy following the resignation of JD(U) leader Radha Charan Sah.

He won the Bihar Assembly election from the Sandesh Assembly constituency in 2025.

Sah was arrested in 2023 by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in connection with a money laundering case, which has further intensified political and legal scrutiny surrounding him.

According to a statement issued by Rajesh Kumar Singh, Under Secretary at the Election Commission, the Model Code of Conduct has come into immediate effect in the concerned constituency.

As per the schedule, the notification will be issued on April 16, and the last date of filing the nomination will be April 23. The scrutiny of nominations will be on April 24. The last date for withdrawal of candidatures is April 27.

The date of polling is scheduled on May 12 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m., and counting of votes will take place on May 14. The election will be completed on May 15.

Radha Charan Sah hails from the Barhara block of Bhojpur district. His journey reflects a remarkable rise from humble beginnings. In the early 1970s, his family ran a small 'jalebi' shop near the Arrah railway station, where he assisted his father. Over time, he diversified into business, starting with a hotel, followed by expansion into real estate, rice mills, cold storage, and hospitality ventures.

He owns multiple establishments in Arrah, including properties at Ramna Maidan and Shaheed Bhawan, as well as a resort on the Bypass Road. His business interests also extend to states like Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh.

In addition, Sah established a strong presence in the sand trading sector along the Son River in Bhojpur.

Unlike traditional players, he reportedly relied on strategic networking and a low-profile approach to consolidate his position in the business. Due to the sand trading business, he came under the radar of ED.

The upcoming bye-election is likely to draw significant political attention, given the evolving dynamics in Bihar's political landscape.

- IANS

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Sarah B
Interesting read. The timeline is very tight - notification on 16th, polling on 12th May. The MCC is in effect immediately, so hopefully we see a fair campaign without any misuse of resources.
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Priya S
His rise from a small shop is inspiring, but the sand mining connection is a major red flag. So many rivers are being destroyed by illegal mining. ECI must ensure this bypoll is about local issues, not just political maneuvering.
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Aman W
Bypolls in Bihar are always a high-stakes drama. With the current alliance dynamics, all parties will be watching this closely. Let's see who JD(U) fields now. The candidate's background in local bodies will be key.
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Karthik V
The article mentions his properties in Arrah and even resorts in hill states. When leaders accumulate so much wealth, it naturally leads to scrutiny. Respectfully, I think we need more transparency in the assets of all candidates contesting this seat.
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Meera T
As someone from the region, the real issue is development. Bhojpur and Buxar need better infrastructure and jobs. Hope the election debate centers on these points, not just the legal problems of the previous MLC.

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