Rohtas, Bihar: Voting is underway at the Kargahar Assembly constituency, which has become a high-profile seat this year due to Bhojpuri singer Ritesh Pandey contesting under the Jan Suraj Party banner. The NDA has fielded Vashisht Singh (JDU), while Congress’ Santosh Mishra and BSP’s Uday Pratap Singh are also in the fray.
As of now, approximately 58.39% of voters have cast their ballots, with strong voter turnout reported across the constituency’s 257 villages. Security arrangements are tight, and district authorities remain on high alert.
Constituency Profile and Stakes
Kargahar, a fully rural constituency in the Sasaram sub-division of Rohtas district, has a population largely dependent on agriculture. The seat has historically been dominated by JDU, which won in 2010 and 2015, while RJD narrowly claimed it in 2020. The constituency falls under the Sasaram (SC Reserved) Lok Sabha seat, with Scheduled Castes constituting 20.41% of voters and Muslims around 6.4%. Literacy stands at 73.71%, with a noticeable gender gap—73.71% among men and 60.92% among women.
This election is not just about candidates, but also a contest between developmental priorities and social equations. The NDA is hoping to capitalize on its previous successes and the slight edge it gained in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, while the Mahagathbandhan seeks to replicate its 2020 performance. The entry of Ritesh Pandey adds a new dimension, potentially reshaping traditional voting patterns and making this a closely watched four-way contest.
Voting Trends
Early reports indicate enthusiastic voter participation, especially among youth and first-time voters. With a triangular and even four-way fight, the results at Kargahar could be decisive, determining whether voters prioritize continuity or opt for political change.
Observers will closely watch how development issues, local leadership, and social equations influence voter behavior in this key rural constituency.
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