Bihar panchayat elections may be held on party symbols, signaling a major shift in grassroots politics. The proposal that Bihar Panchayat Elections May Be Held on Party Symbols came up during the state Assembly session. A BJP MLA urged the Nitish Kumar government to allow candidates to contest using official political party symbols instead of standing as independents.
Panchayati Raj Minister said the government is open to the idea. He added that officials will move ahead only if political parties and the public support the proposal.
At present, Bihar conducts panchayat elections without party symbols. Candidates fight as individuals, not as party representatives.
If the government approves the change, local elections could become more party-driven. The current panchayat term ends in December 2026, and the next elections are likely before that. No final decision has been announced yet.
