Jamui, Bihar: The Jamui Assembly constituency once again became the center of a high-profile contest in the Bihar Assembly Elections 2025. Known for its political history dominated by Rajput leaders, the constituency also sees decisive influence from Yadav and Muslim voters. This election saw BJP’s incumbent MLA and international shooter Shreyasi Singh emerge victorious.
Shreyasi Singh defeated RJD’s Mohammad Shamshad Alam by a substantial margin of 54,498 votes. Anil Prasad Sah of the Jan Suraj Party secured third place with 5,905 votes.
Jamui Election 2025 Results:
| Candidate | Party | Votes Received | Victory Margin |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shreyasi Singh | BJP | 123,868 | 54,498 |
| Mohammad Shamshad Alam | RJD | 69,370 | – |
| Anil Prasad Sah | Jan Suraj Party | 5,905 | – |
Key Contestants:
- Shreyasi Singh (BJP): Hailing from a prominent Rajput political family, Shreyasi Singh secured a massive win in 2020 with a margin of 41,049 votes. Her personal popularity, youth image, and appeal among women voters remain major assets for the NDA. Additionally, voters’ trust in central and state development initiatives contributed to her strong performance.
- Mohammad Shamshad Alam (RJD): Alam attempted a comeback relying on the traditional Muslim-Yadav (MY) vote base. RJD’s campaign emphasized rural issues—including education, electricity, healthcare, and unemployment—targeting the 79.64% rural electorate.
- Anil Prasad Sah (Jan Suraj Party): As a regional candidate, Sah’s presence added a competitive dimension, potentially influencing the vote split among the two leading contenders.
Demographics & Historical Context:
Despite a strong Rajput voter base, the influence of Scheduled Caste (18.63%), Muslim (13.6%), and Yadav voters remains critical in deciding outcomes in Jamui. Historically, the seat has alternated among Congress, Janata Dal, JDU, and RJD candidates since 1952, reflecting a diverse political contest.
Historical Winners from Jamui (1952–2020):
| Year | Winner | Party |
|---|---|---|
| 1952 | Durga Mandal | Congress |
| 1957 | Hariprasad Sharma | Congress |
| 1962 | Guru Ramdas | Congress |
| 1967 | Tripurari Singh | Praja Socialist Party |
| 1969 | Tripurari Singh | Praja Socialist Party |
| 1972 | Tripurari Singh | Praja Socialist Party |
| 1977 | Tripurari Singh | Praja Socialist Party |
| 1980 | Hardev Prasad | Independent |
| 1985 | Sushil Kumar Singh | Congress |
| 1990 | Sushil Kumar Singh | Congress |
| 1995 | Arjun Mandal | Janata Dal |
| 2000 | Narendra Singh | JDU |
| 2005 | Abhay Singh | JDU |
| 2010 | Abhay Singh | JDU |
| 2015 | Vijay Prakash | RJD |
| 2020 | Shreyasi Singh | BJP |
Conclusion:
This election was not just about one seat—it was a litmus test of whether Shreyasi Singh could maintain her ‘Golden Girl’ image and continue her political legacy, or whether RJD could reclaim the constituency relying on its traditional voter base. With her decisive victory, Shreyasi Singh has once again consolidated her position as a key political figure in Jamui.
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