Two Councillors Elected Unopposed in Hazaribag Municipal Corporation Polls
In a significant development for local governance in Hazaribag, two candidates have been elected unopposed to the Hazaribag Municipal Corporation. The district election officials confirmed on Saturday that Avinash Kumar Yadav and Vikas Yadav secured their positions as councillors for ward numbers 36 and 13 respectively without facing any opposition.
Declaration of Unopposed Victory
The district election authorities issued an official statement declaring both candidates as winners following the conclusion of the nomination withdrawal period on Friday. Notably, no other individuals filed nomination papers for these specific wards, paving the way for their uncontested election.
This marks a rare instance in municipal politics where community consensus has resulted in uncontested victories.
Political Backgrounds of the Elected Councillors
The newly elected councillors come from politically active families with established connections to their respective wards. Vikas Yadav, aged 57, who won from ward 13, is the younger brother of the incumbent Barhi MLA, Manoj Yadav. This family connection has provided him with substantial political insight and community recognition.
Avinash Kumar Yadav, aged 38, has a different but equally significant political lineage. His mother, Devi Gop, served as the councillor for ward 36 from 2018 to 2023. During her tenure, Avinash acted as her representative and was actively involved in addressing various civic issues within the ward, earning him considerable grassroots experience.
Community Support and Round-the-Clock Availability
Residents of ward 36 highlighted Avinash's exceptional dedication as a key factor in his unopposed election. Devtulya Tigga, a local resident, explained, "Avinash set an example by remaining available for them round the clock. This was the reason no one from the ward filed a nomination, making him win unopposed."
Both councillors have built their reputations on consistent accessibility and proactive engagement with ward residents. Community members reported that both individuals regularly attend to local concerns and maintain an open-door policy for addressing civic matters at any time.
Commitment to Future Service
Following their uncontested victories, both Avinash Kumar Yadav and Vikas Yadav expressed gratitude for the trust placed in them by their communities. They attributed their success to the confidence of local residents and pledged to continue working with the same level of dedication throughout their upcoming terms.
The unopposed elections demonstrate strong community endorsement for both candidates, suggesting residents anticipate continued effective representation.
This development in Hazaribag's municipal governance highlights how established community relationships and demonstrated commitment can sometimes lead to consensus-based electoral outcomes rather than contested political battles.
