Chief Minister Nitish Kumar will start in West Champaran on January 16. He will visit East Champaran on January 17, followed by Sitamarhi and Shivhar on January 19. Gopalganj is scheduled for January 20, and Siwan on January 21.

On January 22, the tour will move to Saran, followed by Muzaffarpur on January 23. The first phase will end in Vaishali on January 24.

Officials have sent detailed instructions to all departments ahead of the tour. Meetings with district leaders and senior officers are planned to ensure smooth execution.

During the CM Nitish Prosperity Tour from West Champaran to Vaishali, the Chief Minister will inspect ongoing development projects, review progress under state schemes, and interact with local people to hear their feedback.

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Tej Pratap Yadav, son of Lalu Prasad Yadav, is contesting from Mahua after forming his own party, Janshakti Janata Dal. He left the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) and said he will not return to it. Earlier, he won from Mahua in 2015 and Hasanpur in 2020. He has promised to build an international stadium and improve local facilities.

RJD has fielded Mukesh Roshan, the current MLA and a close supporter of Tejashwi Yadav. By 9 a.m., about 14.49% of voters had already cast their votes under tight security. The mood in Mahua is energetic, and both candidates are focusing on development and public trust. NDA’s Sanjay Kumar Singh from the Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas) is also competing for the seat.

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Kedar proudly stated that farmers rear buffaloes, and this was his way to show respect for their livelihood. He appealed to everyone to vote, saying it’s an opportunity that comes only once in five years. Many women also came out to vote, singing traditional songs and promising to cook food only after voting. The pleasant, cloudy weather added joy to the occasion, making the voting experience even better.

The scene of Kedar Yadav on his buffalo has become a viral example of how deeply democracy runs in Bihar’s heart. His message was simple but powerful—every vote counts, and every citizen’s participation matters.

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Three people, including a woman, died on the spot. They were identified as Hemant Yadav, Arpita, and Ram Swaroop. All had completed survey work in Kishanganj and were heading to Hajipur for another assignment. Three others were injured and rushed to a nearby hospital with help from locals.

Police from the Vaishali station reached the site, took custody of the bodies, and sent them for post-mortem. The truck and the car were seized for investigation. Company officials arrived in Hajipur soon after, and the families of the deceased were informed. Authorities are taking necessary legal action following the Bihar Elections road accident.

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These visitors wish to see better development in Buddhist destinations such as Vaishali, Kesariya, and Kushinagar. These places hold deep spiritual importance as Lord Buddha spread messages of peace and truth here. Tourists believe that improved facilities and clean surroundings will attract even more international travelers.

Many visitors, especially from South Korea, feel that there are not enough arrangements for elderly tourists. They hope the government will focus on better transport, rest areas, hospitals, and tourist centers. Developing these areas will not only boost Bihar’s image but also connect history with progress.

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As Tej Pratap tried to leave, the crowd chased his car. Some people reportedly threw stones. His supporters managed to move him out safely. Jai Singh Rathore blamed RJD for creating the disturbance. He claimed that RJD members offered liquor and money to miscreants to cause trouble. Rathore has now asked the police for protection.

The fight for Mahnar turned bitter as Tej Pratap’s candidate, Jai Singh Rathore, stood against Tejashwi Yadav’s Dr. Ravindra Singh. The clash showed the growing rivalry between the two Yadav brothers and their parties.

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Aditya Raja said he withdrew not under pressure, but to uphold the alliance’s democratic spirit. District Election Officer Varsha Singh confirmed his withdrawal. Meanwhile, BJP has fielded Sanjay Singh for the same seat. Shivani Shukla is actively connecting with local voters. Her father Munna Shukla earlier won from Hajipur Jail as an independent, and later as a JDU member, while her mother also served as MLA from the same area.

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Discussions on seat-sharing within the Grand Alliance are still ongoing, though an announcement is expected soon. Recently, Tejashwi Yadav met Congress leader Venugopal in Delhi to finalize arrangements. Meanwhile, RJD and Congress have already distributed tickets to some candidates. RJD chief Lalu Yadav has given party symbols to Narendra Singh, Sattanand Sambuddha, and Deepu Singh.

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This marks JJD’s debut in the Bihar political race. The party plans to release a second list soon. Tej Pratap Yadav Bihar Elections 2025 strategy also involves alliances with Vikas Vanchit Insaan Party, Bhojpuri Jan Morcha, Pragatisheel Janata Party, Waajib Adhikar Party, and Samyukta Kisan Vikas Party. The move shows his intent to make JJD a strong regional force in upcoming Bihar polls.

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Earlier, three suspects were caught in a late-night raid in the Sipara area. Rajkumar Rai was shot dead on September 10 near Chitragupta Nagar. Six cartridges were recovered from the scene. The criminals fired five bullets as Rai tried to escape into a restaurant for safety.

Rai, also known as Ala Rai, was the Vaishali district president of Panchayati Raj Cell RJD. He had planned to contest upcoming elections as an independent candidate from Raghopur. He was also active in the land business, which police believe sparked the fatal dispute.

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