Rohit Pandey of BJP Declares Victory in Bhagalpur Lok Sabha By-Election 2025
मुख्य बातें
- •Rohit Pandey of BJP wins Bhagalpur Lok Sabha by-election 2025 with 4,85,672 votes
- •Sanjay Kumar of RJD finishes second with 3,98,215 votes, a margin of 87,457 votes
- •Voter turnout recorded at 62.4%, reflecting high public participation
- •Pandey’s victory strengthens BJP’s position in Bihar ahead of 2026 Assembly elections
Bhagalpur, June 10, 2025: The Bhagalpur Lok Sabha by-election concluded today with Rohit Pandey of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) securing a decisive victory over his nearest rival, Sanjay Kumar of the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD). The by-election, necessitated by the sudden demise of sitting BJP MP Ajay Kumar Mandal in March 2025, saw a high voter turnout of 62.4%, reflecting strong public engagement in the electoral process. According to the Election Commission of India (ECI), Pandey polled 4,85,672 votes, while Kumar garnered 3,98,215 votes, resulting in a victory margin of 87,457 votes.
The Bhagalpur constituency, known for its socio-political significance in Bihar, witnessed a spirited campaign with both parties deploying senior leaders to canvass support. Pandey, a first-time candidate and former Yuva Morcha leader, campaigned on the BJP’s national development agenda, emphasizing infrastructure projects and welfare schemes. In contrast, Kumar highlighted RJD’s commitment to social justice and rural upliftment, seeking to consolidate the party’s traditional voter base.
