Mahua Assembly Constituency Election 2025: Complete Analysis
The political landscape of Mahua assembly constituency in Bihar witnessed significant activity during the 2025 state elections. Voters across this crucial seat participated in the democratic process that will determine the political direction of the state for the next five years.
Election Schedule and Voting Patterns
Mahua constituency went to polls on November 06, 2025, as part of the two-phase Bihar assembly elections. The second phase occurred on November 11, 2025, covering various other constituencies across the state. Bihar recorded an overall voter turnout of 57.3% this election cycle, showing a slight increase compared to the 2020 assembly elections.
The counting of votes and declaration of results is scheduled for November 14, 2025, when the fate of all 243 assembly seats will be decided. Political observers are closely watching the Mahua constituency given its historical significance and the high-profile candidates contesting this election.
Key Candidates in the Fray
The Mahua constituency featured a diverse field of candidates representing various political parties and independent affiliations. Among the prominent contenders were Sanjay Kumar Singh from the Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas), Indrajeet Pradhan representing the Jan Suraaj Party, and Mukesh Kumar Raushan from the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD).
Other significant candidates included Tej Pratap Yadav of the Janshakti Janta Dal, along with several independent candidates and representatives from smaller regional parties. The complete candidate list showcases the democratic diversity of Indian politics:
- Akhilesh Kumar Thakur (NCP)
- Amit Kumar (All India Majlis-E-Ittehadul Muslimeen)
- Amresh Kumar (Independent)
- Ashma Parveen (Independent)
- Jay Narayan Sah (Bajjikanchal Vikas Party)
- Lalit Kumar Ghosh (SUCI-C)
- Naresh Ray (Independent)
- Raju Mahto (Bhartiya Sarthak Party)
- Ram Sagar Sahni (Independent)
- Rimjhim Devi (BSP)
- Sarita Sah (Independent)
Historical Context and Previous Results
In the 2020 assembly elections, Mukesh Kumar Raushan of the RJD emerged victorious from Mahua constituency, defeating JD(U)'s Ashma Parveen by a significant margin of 13,770 votes. The runner-up, Ashma Parveen, had secured 48,977 votes in that election.
The constituency has seen varied political representation over the years. In 2015, Tej Pratap Yadav won the seat, while Ravindra Ray had represented the constituency in 2010. This historical volatility makes Mahua a keenly watched constituency in every election cycle.
Political Alliances and Statewide Implications
The 2025 Bihar elections witnessed a fierce contest between two major political alliances. The Mahagathbandhan, led by the RJD, and the National Democratic Alliance (NDA), comprising JD(U), BJP and other partners, battled for dominance across the state's 243 assembly seats.
The outcome in Mahua constituency will reflect the broader political trends in Bihar and could indicate which way the political wind is blowing in the state. With multiple strong candidates in the fray, the results are expected to be closely contested.
As the counting process begins, all eyes are on Mahua to see whether the incumbent can retain the seat or if a new representative will emerge victorious. The results will not only determine local representation but also contribute to the formation of the next state government in Bihar.
