As the deadline for nominations nears, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar-led JD(U) released its first list for the two-phase Bihar election on November 6 and 11.

In the list comprising 57 candidates, there are five seats that were reportedly eyed by Chirag Paswan’s Lok Janshakti Party (Ramvilas). CM Nitish Kumar, who is seeking a record fifth consecutive term in office, agreed to contest 101 seats, the same number as its ally BJP.

The three key candidates in JD(U)’s first list includes “Bahubali chhote sarkar” Anant Singh from Mokama, JD(U)’s Umesh Khushwaha from Mahanar and Ratnesh Sada from Sonbarsa.

Anant Singh

According to his election affidavit, Singh declared movable and immovable assets worth Rs 37.88 crore. Singh is also facing 28 criminal cases. As per the affidavit, Sigh's movable

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