What’s Next for Bihar? Tej Pratap Yadav’s JJD Unveils 21 Candidates

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What’s Next for Bihar? Tej Pratap Yadav’s JJD Unveils 21 Candidates

Synopsis

In a bold move, Tej Pratap Yadav, son of RJD chief Lalu Prasad Yadav, has announced his party's first list of 21 candidates for the upcoming Bihar Assembly elections. This strategic step sets the stage for a dynamic electoral battle in 2025. Discover the candidates and their vision for Bihar.

Key Takeaways

  • Tej Pratap Yadav announces 21 candidates for the Bihar Assembly elections.
  • He will contest from the Mahua Assembly constituency.
  • The JJD aims for a transformative approach in Bihar.
  • The party's core values focus on social justice and complete change.
  • Strategic positioning ahead of the 2025 elections is crucial.

Patna, Oct 13 (NationPress) In a significant political shift ahead of the 2025 Bihar Assembly elections, Tej Pratap Yadav, the eldest son of RJD leader Lalu Prasad Yadav, unveiled the inaugural list of 21 candidates representing his party, the Jantantrik Janata Dal (JJD), in Patna on Monday.

This revelation followed closely on the heels of the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) disclosing its seat-sharing strategy for the elections on October 12, which ignited speculation that the Grand Alliance (Mahagathbandhan) might soon announce its own plans.

In a proactive move, Tej Pratap Yadav’s JJD took the lead by publishing its candidate list first.

Among the notable candidates, Tej Pratap Yadav is set to contest from the Mahua Assembly constituency in Vaishali district, a seat he successfully held in 2015.

On the social media platform X, Tej Pratap expressed his unwavering commitment and readiness to champion the comprehensive development of Bihar.

He stated, “We aspire to usher in a complete transformation in Bihar and establish a new framework. We are poised to engage in a prolonged struggle for the advancement of our state.”

Sharing a photo alongside his party’s electoral symbol, a blackboard, Tej Pratap proclaimed the slogan: “Power of the people, rule of the people… Tej Pratap will develop Bihar.”

The promotional material also emphasized the party’s foundational principles — “Social Justice,” “Social Rights,” and “Complete Change.”

The candidate list includes: Vikas Kumar Kavi from Belsan, Madan Yadav from Shahpur, Dr. Gulshan Yadav from Bakhtiyarpur, Ajit Kushwaha from Bikramganj, Niraj Rai from Jagdishpur, Avinash from Atri, Prem Kumar from Wazirganj, Awadh Kishore Jha from Benipur, Shankar Yadav from Maner, Dinesh Kumar Surya from Dumao, Ashutosh from Govindganj, Meenu Kumari (Lawyer) from Patna Sahib, Sanjay Yadav from Madhepura, Taufiq Rahman from Narkatiyaganj, Dharmendra Krantikari from Barauli, Braj Bihari Bhat from Kuchaikot, Raviraj Kumar from Hisua, Jay Singh Rathi from Mahnar, Pushpa Kumari from Baniapur, and Surabhi Yadav from Mohiuddin Nagar.

Point of View

Tej Pratap Yadav's proactive approach in announcing candidates signals a robust strategy ahead of the elections. His commitment to social justice and development resonates with the electorate's aspirations for change. The upcoming electoral battle promises to be significant as parties position themselves in this crucial phase.
NationPress
13/10/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Tej Pratap Yadav?
Tej Pratap Yadav is the elder son of RJD chief Lalu Prasad Yadav and the leader of the Jantantrik Janata Dal (JJD).
What is the significance of the candidate list announcement?
The announcement of the candidate list by Tej Pratap Yadav's JJD marks a strategic move ahead of the 2025 Bihar Assembly elections, setting the stage for an electoral battle.
Which constituency will Tej Pratap Yadav contest from?
Tej Pratap Yadav will contest from the Mahua Assembly constituency in Vaishali district.
What are the core values of the JJD?
The JJD emphasizes core values such as Social Justice, Social Rights, and Complete Change.
Who are some of the other candidates announced?
Some of the other candidates include Vikas Kumar Kavi from Belsan and Madan Yadav from Shahpur.
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