The Raghopur constituency is witnessing an intense electoral battle among three key candidates: Tejashwi Yadav of the RJD, Satish Kumar representing the BJP, and Chanchal Kumar from JanSuraaj. As polling closed, the electronic voting machines now hold the fate of these candidates. Election officials reported a voter turnout of 68.54%. This district is significant in Bihar’s political landscape, known for its diverse voter base and history of tight elections.
2025 Election Results Overview
Pre-election predictions indicated that the NDA coalition could secure a majority of around 148 seats. The RJD-led Mahagathbandhan was projected to receive about 88 seats, while smaller parties might gain around 7 seats. Various exit polls offered an array of predictions:
- People’s Pulse: NDA (133–159 seats), Mahagathbandhan (75–101 seats), Jan Suraaj (0–5 seats).
- Dainik Bhaskar: NDA (145–160 seats), Mahagathbandhan (73–91 seats).
- JVC-Polls: NDA (135–150 seats), Mahagathbandhan (88–103 seats).
- Matrize: NDA (147–167 seats), Mahagathbandhan (70–90 seats).
- People’s Insight: NDA (133–148 seats), Mahagathbandhan (87–102 seats).
Raghopur’s Electoral History
The Raghopur seat has seen fluctuating political trends over recent elections:
| Year | Electors | Valid Votes | Winning Candidate | Votes Received | Runner-Up | Votes Received | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 344,369 | 199,853 | Tejashwi Yadav (RJD) | 97,404 | Satish Kumar (BJP) | 59,230 | 38,174 |
| 2015 | 317,517 | 185,628 | Tejashwi Yadav (RJD) | 91,236 | Satish Kumar (BJP) | 68,503 | 22,733 |
| 2010 | 262,824 | 133,641 | Satish Kumar (JD(U)) | 64,222 | Rabri Devi (RJD) | 51,216 | 13,006 |
| 2005 | N/A | N/A | Bablu (JD(U)) | 45,079 | Rabri Devi (RJD) | 35,891 | 9,188 |
The outcomes of these elections significantly shape the political landscape of Bihar, with the Raghopur constituency acting as a barometer for the state’s broader electoral trends.
