Bihar – The Bharatiya Janata Party’s Bihar unit is poised to unveil its list of candidates for the Bihar assembly elections 2025 over the coming weekend, with State President Dilip Jaiswal confirming that the seat-sharing arrangements have been finalized. This announcement comes as political parties in the state intensify their preparations for the crucial two-phase electoral battle scheduled for November.
Seat-Sharing Formula Finalized
According to Jaiswal, the BJP’s central leadership has successfully resolved the seat-sharing formula after conducting a comprehensive three-day election committee meeting in Delhi. The state president emphasized that the party’s Parliamentary Board would be making the official announcement regarding candidates over the weekend.
“In Delhi, the BJP held a three-day election committee meeting for seat sharing and a panel was formed for that. The BJP is a national party, and the central leadership selects candidates through the Central Election Committee, the Central Parliamentary Board,” Jaiswal explained.
He further added that the selection process would be completed within the next two days, with the seat-sharing details to be announced on Saturday. This systematic approach reflects the party’s organized strategy for the Bihar assembly elections 2025.
Central Leadership’s Role in Candidate Selection
The BJP’s candidate selection process for the Bihar assembly elections 2025 follows a well-established protocol involving the party’s highest decision-making bodies. The Central Election Committee and the Central Parliamentary Board play crucial roles in finalizing the candidates, ensuring that selections align with the party’s broader electoral strategy.
This centralized approach distinguishes the BJP’s organizational structure from other parties and demonstrates the importance the national leadership places on the upcoming Bihar polls.
INDIA Bloc’s Delay in Candidate Announcement
While the BJP moves forward with its preparations for the Bihar assembly elections 2025, the opposition INDIA bloc continues to grapple with internal coordination issues. Despite holding a meeting at RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav’s residence last week, the alliance has yet to announce its candidate list or finalize its seat-sharing arrangement.
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The delay has caused frustration among smaller coalition partners, with the CPI(M) taking matters into its own hands by announcing that its two sitting MLAs would file nomination papers next week. The party is also awaiting consensus on nine additional seats it wishes to contest in the Bihar assembly elections 2025.
Jan Suraaj Party Takes Early Lead
Breaking away from the pattern of delayed announcements, the Jan Suraaj Party, led by former political strategist Prashant Kishor, has already made public some of its candidates for the Bihar assembly elections 2025. This early move positions the party as proactive in its electoral preparations, potentially giving it an advantage in campaign planning and voter outreach.
Nomination Process Begins
The nomination process for the Bihar assembly elections 2025 has officially commenced, though the initial response has been modest. On the first day of filing nominations for the first phase, which covers 121 seats, only two individuals submitted their papers, neither of whom was associated with any recognized political party.
This slow start is expected to pick up momentum once major parties announce their official candidate lists over the coming days.
Election Schedule and Logistics
The Bihar assembly elections 2025 will be conducted across two phases for all 243 seats in the state assembly. The first phase of polling is scheduled for November 6, followed by the second phase on November 11. The counting of votes and declaration of results is set for November 14, marking a quick turnaround that reflects the Election Commission’s efficient planning.
Comprehensive Training Program for Election Officials
The Election Commission of India has demonstrated its commitment to conducting smooth Bihar assembly elections 2025 by organizing a comprehensive training program for election officials. The two-day program, held on October 9 and 10, focused on training Returning Officers and Assistant Returning Officers through an online platform.
The training covered crucial aspects of election management, including the nomination process, with a dedicated doubt-clearing session to address any queries from officials. This initiative ensures that the Bihar assembly elections 2025 are conducted with maximum efficiency and transparency.
Looking Ahead
As the Bihar assembly elections 2025 draw closer, all eyes are on the major political formations to finalize their candidate lists and campaign strategies. The BJP’s imminent announcement is expected to set the tone for other parties to accelerate their preparations, making the coming days crucial for shaping the electoral landscape in Bihar.
With the nomination deadline approaching for the first phase, political activity in the state is set to intensify significantly, promising a keenly contested battle for all 243 assembly seats.
