Bankipur
Coverage of Bankipur in the Nexus archive.
- Watch: Why BJP may have to rethink its delimitation plans
The BJP's assumption of a durable Hindu voting coalition in the Hindi heartland is being challenged by recent developments in Bankipur and Jantar Mantar, which question the party's structural electoral edge. These events suggest potential shifts in voter behavior that could impact BJP's delimitation plans.
- Watch: Why BJP’s defeat in Bankipur could be a turning point in Bihar politics
Prashant Kishore's victory in the Bankipur bypoll has sparked debate about shifting political dynamics in Bihar. The result raises questions about the BJP's traditional support base, the emergence of Jan Suraaj, and challenges faced by both BJP and RJD.
- Watch: Why BJP’s defeat in Bankipur could be a turning point in Bihar politics
BJP's defeat in Bankipur is being analyzed as a potential turning point in Bihar politics. The focus is on the implications of this electoral outcome for political dynamics in the region.
- Prashant Kishore’s big win in Bankipur: Key takeaways from the crucial Bihar by-polls | Analysis
Prashant Kishore won the Bankipur bypoll in Bihar, prompting discussions about the state's evolving political landscape. The victory highlights the influence of young voters and challenges faced by the BJP and RJD.
- Across the spectrum, Bankipur’s voters say they have chosen a better alternative in the JSP
Bankipur voters selected the JSP as a better alternative, citing anger over police violence against children during the July 25 Bihar Bandh protesting NEET-UG exam irregularities. Many voters criticized the BJP for taking them for granted and the RJD for being apathetic.
- Bihar bypoll: Bankipur byelection counting begins, Prashant Kishor’s electoral debut in focus
The Bihar bypoll in Bankipur began counting on July 30, with a voter turnout of 34.30%. Prashant Kishor's electoral debut is a focal point of the election.
- Bankipur byelection: Polling begins as all eyes on contest between Prashant Kishor and BJP’s Neeraj Kumar Sinha
Polling has begun in the Bankipur byelection, with a key contest between Prashant Kishor and BJP’s Neeraj Kumar Sinha. Vote counting is scheduled for August 3, and Prashant Kishor alleges that his supporters were detained by police hours before polling.
- BJP bids to stave off JSP, RJD challenge as campaigning ends for Bankipur byelection
BJP is attempting to counter challenges from JSP and RJD in the Bankipur byelection as campaigning concludes. The election was triggered by Nitin Nabin's election to the Rajya Sabha in April, which vacated the seat in Bihar.
- What past patterns and current concerns indicate about the upcoming bypolls
By-elections for three seats in Bihar, Madhya Pradesh, and Gujarat are under focus. Historical trends over the past five years suggest an advantage for the ruling party, though these constituencies are drawing attention for additional reasons.
- Several Jan Suraaj leaders join BJP ahead of Bihar’s Bankipur byelection
Leaders from Jan Suraaj, including K.C. Sinha and Ritesh Ranjan alias Bittu Singh, have joined the BJP ahead of Bihar’s Bankipur byelection. The individuals had previously contested as Jan Suraaj candidates.
- Nabin recalls legacy, urges people to vote for party’s Bankipur bypoll candidate
Nabin thanked the people of Bankipur for their trust and stated his younger brother will continue the development journey. He urged support for the party’s Bankipur bypoll candidate.
- BJP fields Abhishek Kumar for Bankipur byelection in Bihar
BJP has fielded Abhishek Kumar for the Bankipur byelection in Bihar. Jan Suraaj Party founder Prashant Kishor and RJD's Rekha Gupta are also contesting the election.
- Byelections to three Assembly constituencies on July 30
The Election Commission has scheduled byelections for the Bankipur, Datia, and Manjalpur Assembly constituencies on July 30, with the counting of votes set for August 3.