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When the team gathered public opinion in the markets, neighborhoods, and tea shops of Patna Sahib for Dynamite News’ special program, “Bihar Mein Ka Ba,” the atmosphere was quite interesting.
Bihar Mein Ka Ba: Public voices divide in Patna Sahib
Patna: As the excitement surrounding the Bihar elections grows, the political temperature across every constituency is heating up. And when it comes to Patna Sahib, it wouldn’t be wrong to say that any discussion about the Bihar elections is incomplete without mentioning this high-profile seat. Dynamite News team has now reached this political hotspot, where the atmosphere is charged and the question on everyone’s mind is, “Who will form the government this time?”
The BJP has created a major political stir in the Patna Sahib constituency this time. The party has completely reshaped the electoral dynamics by denying a ticket to its seven-time winning MLA, Nand Kishore Yadav. Known as the undisputed face of Patna Sahib, Yadav had consistently secured victory from this seat. However, this time the BJP has placed its trust in Ratnesh Kushwaha.
Political analysts believe this move is a calculated strategy aimed at consolidating the Kushwaha vote bank, as the Patna Sahib constituency has around 80,000 Kushwaha voters, a group that could significantly influence the final outcome.
Meanwhile, the Grand Alliance (Congress-RJD alliance) has fielded Sushant Shekhar from this seat. Sushant Shekhar is considered a young face and is believed to have a strong grassroots presence. Grand Alliance leaders say that "the public wants change, and this time, a new thinking will begin in Patna Sahib."
When the team gathered public opinion in the markets, neighborhoods, and tea shops of Patna Sahib for Dynamite News' special program, "Bihar Mein Ka Ba," the atmosphere was quite interesting. While many voters appeared satisfied with the BJP's policies, a significant segment was calling for change.
A local businessman said, "Canceling Nand Kishore Yadav's ticket is a risk for the BJP, but Ratnesh Kushwaha is hardworking and the caste equations are also in his favor." Meanwhile, a young voter said, "This time, it will be about work; votes won't be based solely on caste. Employment and education are the real issues."
The Patna Sahib Assembly constituency's population and caste equations play a crucial role in the election. There are approximately 80,000 Vaishya (Kushwaha) voters, who determine the difference between victory and defeat. Additionally, there are significant numbers of Koeri, Kurmi, and Muslim voters. Yadav voters prove to be balance-makers in this region—meaning, whichever side they lean toward will determine the outcome of the election.
Political pundits say this time the contest could be triangular, as the JDU's local influence has made this seat a "prestige battle" for both the Grand Alliance and the BJP.
Dynamite News' ground coverage clearly showed that the public is not just focusing on caste politics, but also on development, unemployment, and education. While some are impressed by the BJP's performance and Prime Minister Modi's plans, others say that "change is needed at the local level."
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Even before the elections, the atmosphere in Patna Sahib has heated up with political slogans, processions, and rallies. Each party is busy with its own strategies, and this seat has once again become the focus of media and public attention.
The Dynamite News team is continuously canvassing the streets, markets, and neighborhoods of Patna Sahib to gather public opinion. In the "Bihar Mein Ka Ba" program, people spoke candidly about who would be crowned the king of Bihar. One thing is certain: this time, the Patna Sahib seat will play a crucial role not just in Patna or Bihar, but in the politics of the entire country. Now it remains to be seen who the arithmetic of the 80,000 Kushwaha votes and the public mood will bring to the Assembly: Ratnesh Kushwaha or Sushant Shekhar?
