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The BJP has unveiled its first list of 71 candidates for the upcoming Bihar Assembly elections, strategically selecting prominent leaders. The list includes current and former Deputy Chief Ministers, international athletes, and political strategists. Several key constituencies will see experienced politicians contest, reflecting the party's comprehensive electoral approach. The candidate selection demonstrates BJP's careful balance of political veterans and emerging talents.

Key Points: Bihar Polls BJP Announces 71 Candidates Key Leaders in Fray

  • BJP strategically fields Deputy Chief Ministers in key constituencies
  • Former MPs Ram Kripal Yadav and Sunil Pintu get election tickets
  • International shooter Shreyasi Singh renominated from Jamui seat
  • Party includes former Congress rebels in candidate lineup
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Bihar polls: BJP announces first list of 71 candidates; Deputy CMs and former Deputy CMs among key picks

BJP reveals first candidate list for Bihar Assembly elections featuring Deputy CMs, former MPs, and strategic political picks

"The first list reflects a balance between experienced leaders and new entrants - BJP Insider"

Patna, Oct 14

After finalising the seat-sharing arrangement within the National Democratic Alliance (NDA), the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Tuesday released its first list of 71 candidates for the upcoming Bihar Assembly election 2025.

The list includes several prominent leaders, such as the state's two Deputy Chief Ministers and two former Deputy Chief Ministers.

Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary will contest from Tarapur in Munger district, while Vijay Kumar Sinha will contest from Lakhisarai.

Among the former Deputy Chief Ministers, Tarkishore Prasad has been fielded from Katihar, and Renu Devi from Bettiah in West Champaran district.

The party has also renominated international shooter and sitting MLA Shreyasi Singh from the Jamui seat.

In a notable inclusion, the BJP has given tickets to two former Members of Parliament -- Ram Kripal Yadav, who will contest from Danapur in Patna district, and Sunil Kumar Pintu, who has been fielded from Sitamarhi.

Pintu had earlier represented Sitamarhi in the Lok Sabha, but under the NDA seat-sharing formula in 2024, the parliamentary seat went to the JDU, and Devesh Chandra Thakur contested in 2024.

The list also includes Sidhartha Saurav, a former Congress rebel who had contested from Bikram in the 2020 Assembly polls.

He joined the NDA fold in 2024 and played a crucial role in saving the Nitish Kumar government during the floor test.

Saurav, along with fellow Congress rebel Sangeeta Kumari, joined the BJP a few days ago and has now been fielded from Bikram.

Other key candidates include Vishal Prashant from Tarari, former minister Prem Kumar from Gaya City, Virendra Singh from Wazirganj, Anil Singh from Husua, and Aruna Devi from Warsaliganj in Nawada district.

From Siwan, Health Minister Mangal Pandey has been given the ticket, while Nitin Naveen will contest from Bankipur in Patna district.

Krishna Kumar Rishi will contest from Banmankhi, Jivesh Kumar Mishra from Jale, Sanjay Saraogi from Darbhanga, Haribhushan Thakur Bachaul from Bithan in Madhubani district, Neeraj Kumar Singh Bablu from Chatapur, and Industry Minister Nitish Mishra from Jhanjharpur in Madhubani district.

Party insiders said that the BJP's first list reflects a balance between experienced leaders and new entrants, while also rewarding loyalty and electoral performance. The remaining list of candidates is expected to be announced soon.

- IANS

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Priya S
Interesting mix of candidates! Shreyasi Singh from Jamui is a great choice - we need more women achievers in politics. But I'm concerned about so many rebels getting tickets. Is this political opportunism?
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Vikram M
As a Bihari, I appreciate the balance between experienced and new faces. Nitish Mishra in Jhanjharpur is a good move - he understands local issues well. Let's see how this plays out in different regions.
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Sarah B
The inclusion of former MPs shows BJP's strategy to leverage their experience. Ram Kripal Yadav in Danapur could be a game-changer. Hope these candidates focus on real issues like employment and infrastructure.
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Ananya R
While the list looks promising, I wish there were more fresh faces from younger generation. Same old politicians rotating seats doesn't excite me much. Bihar needs new energy! 💫
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Michael C
The seat-sharing arrangement seems to be working well for NDA. Fielding sitting Deputy CMs from their strongholds makes strategic sense. This could give them an edge in the upcoming elections.

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