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Bihar MLC Election: Bhojpuri Singer-Actor Pawan Singh Declared As BJP Candidate

The Janata Dal (United) on Friday announced the names of four candidates for the upcoming Bihar Legislative Council elections.

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  • BJP declared Pawan Singh, Sanjay Mayukh as Bihar MLC candidates.
  • JD(U) nominated four candidates, including two women, for seats.
  • Nine Bihar Legislative Council seats and a bypoll contested.

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has declared Bhojpuri singer-actor Pawan Singh as its candidate for the upcoming Bihar Legislative Council (MLC) elections. The announcement marks a significant political move by the party ahead of the polls, with Pawan Singh being one of the most recognisable faces in the Bhojpuri entertainment industry.

Janata Dal Announces Candidates 

The Janata Dal (United) on Friday announced the names of four candidates for the upcoming Bihar Legislative Council elections.

Elections are scheduled to be held for nine seats in the Bihar Legislative Council, while one seat will go to a bypoll.

The JD(U) has named candidates for four seats, including three for the biennial elections. For the bypoll seat, the party has fielded Lalan Prasad as its candidate.

Nishant Kumar from Patna district has been named as the JD(U) candidate for the Bihar Legislative Council elections.

The party has also nominated Bharti Mehta, who hails from Madhubani district.

Shivrani Devi Prajapati from West Champaran has also been declared as a JD(U) candidate for the Bihar Legislative Council.

With these nominations, the JD(U) is set to send two women candidates to the Bihar Legislative Council.

Meanwhile, Sanjay Mayukh has been declared as the BJP’s candidate for the Bihar MLC elections.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who are the BJP candidates for the Bihar Legislative Council elections?

The BJP has declared Bhojpuri singer-actor Pawan Singh and Sanjay Mayukh as its candidates for the upcoming Bihar Legislative Council (MLC) elections.

How many candidates has the Janata Dal (United) announced for the Bihar Legislative Council elections?

The Janata Dal (United) has announced four candidates for the upcoming Bihar Legislative Council elections. Three are for biennial elections, and one is for a bypoll.

Who are some of the JD(U) candidates for the Bihar Legislative Council elections?

The JD(U) candidates include Lalan Prasad for the bypoll, Nishant Kumar from Patna, Bharti Mehta from Madhubani, and Shivrani Devi Prajapati from West Champaran.

How many seats are up for election in the Bihar Legislative Council?

Elections are scheduled for nine seats in the Bihar Legislative Council. Additionally, one seat will go to a bypoll.

About the author Sagarika Chakraborty

Sagarika Chakraborty is a Senior Copy Editor at ABP Live English, where she handles business coverage and key developments in general news, while also actively chasing breaking stories. With a foundation in advertising, she transitioned into journalism to craft in-depth stories and explainers on the economy, real estate, and personal finance. She also engages in interviews and podcasts, bringing out expert insights.

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