Patna, Bihar: In a remarkable political achievement, senior JD(U) leader and close aide of Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, Hari Narayan Singh, has made history by winning the Harnaut Assembly seat for the 10th time in the 18th Bihar Assembly elections 2025. The 78-year-old veteran legislator set a new record for the most wins by a single MLA in Bihar, earning a standing ovation and applause in the state assembly.
Decades of Political Dominance
Hari Narayan Singh defeated Congress candidate Arun Kumar Bind by a commanding margin of 47,909 votes. Since 1952, no legislator had managed to win ten assembly elections. Previously, the record of nine victories was jointly held by Sadanand Singh and Ramai Ram. Hari Narayan Singh’s winning streak spans nearly five decades, from 1977 to 2025, covering two assembly constituencies—Harnaut and another—where he won five times each.
Close Political Ties with Nitish Kumar
Singh’s political significance is further underscored by his close association with Bihar CM Nitish Kumar. Representing Harnaut in Nalanda district—the Chief Minister’s early political base where Nitish first won in 1985—Hari Narayan Singh has also served as a minister in Nitish Kumar’s cabinet. Their long-standing association highlights Singh’s influence and trust within the state’s political circles.
Profile of Hari Narayan Singh
Hari Narayan Singh, a graduate and resident of Harnaut constituency in Nalanda, possesses declared assets worth ₹6.1 crore and liabilities of ₹96,250. Despite concerns about his age and health, Singh’s political acumen and public support helped him secure a historic victory. His record-breaking tenth win has become a symbol of experience, credibility, and public trust in Bihar politics, earning him applause across the assembly hall.
This milestone victory not only cements Hari Narayan Singh’s legacy but also underscores his unparalleled influence in Bihar’s political landscape, inspiring both party members and aspiring leaders alike.