Many strongmen are trying to secure tickets for the upcoming Bihar elections, either for themselves or their relatives. RJD MLAs Ritlal Yadav from Danapur and Anant Singh from Mokama are preparing to contest directly, while Ashok Mahto from Munger is seeking a ticket for his wife.
Across Bihar, influential figures like Anand Mohan, Sunil Pandey, Rama Singh, Rajballabh Yadav, and others are entering the race, showing how muscle power still plays a key role in politics. Their families are also active in the contest, strengthening their local vote banks through caste and influence.
According to ADR data, 49% of Bihar’s current MLAs face serious criminal charges. The Election Commission has now launched a campaign urging candidates to publicly reveal their criminal records, helping voters make informed choices.
