BJP’s Chapra gamble is paying off as its pick Chhoti Kumari – a Zila panchayat chairperson, is leading RJD’s candidate Khesari Lal Yadav (known as Shatrughan Yadav), on Friday (November 13, 2025). Mr. Yadav, a Bhojpuri actor and singer, joined the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) in October this year, along with his wife Chanda. The National Democratic Alliance (NDA) is set to retain Bihar, leading on 204 seats opposed to Mahagathbandhan (MGB) whose lead has been reduced to a mere 32 seats.

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Initially Mr. Yadav’s wife Chanda was to be fielded on an RJD ticket, but her name was ‘missing’ from the voter’s list. Taking her place, Mr. Yadav said that his candidacy is dedicated to the development of Chapra. “Just like I am able to educate my children in a g

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