Amit Kumar of LJPRV Leads Belsand in Bihar Elections 2025

In the ongoing Bihar Vidhan Sabha elections, Amit Kumar of the LJPRV party has taken a commanding lead in the Belsand constituency as of 12:59 PM. Live updates indicate that he is ahead in the vote count, marking a significant moment in the electoral contest. The latest data is sourced from the News18 Live Results Hub, which is actively tracking results from various counting centers across the state.

The Belsand constituency, known for its rural demographic and located in the Sitamarhi district, has seen a competitive electoral landscape this year. A total of nine candidates vied for the seat, including notable figures such as Sanjay Kumar Gupta from the RJD and Sunita Singh Chauhan from JDU. The constituency has a rich electoral history, with varied outcomes in previous elections.

Past Election Results and Voter Turnout

In the 2020 Bihar Assembly elections, Sanjay Kumar Gupta emerged victorious, defeating Sunita Singh Chauhan by a margin of 13,931 votes, which accounted for 9.98% of the total votes cast. The RJD secured a vote share of 35.82% in this seat. This election cycle marks a shift, with the current voter turnout in Belsand estimated at 69.86%, a notable increase from the 52.5% turnout in 2020.

Historically, Belsand has fluctuated between various parties. In the 2015 elections, Sunita Singh Chauhan won with a margin of 5,575 votes, and in 2010, she defeated Sanjay Kumar Gupta by 19,580 votes. The evolving political dynamics and shifting voter preferences make this constituency a focal point in Bihar’s electoral politics.

Candidate Profiles and Constituency Demographics

The Belsand Assembly seat has attracted candidates from diverse backgrounds, with nine contenders in this election. Apart from Amit Kumar, the candidates include Shyam Babu Singh (IND), Rudal Sah (IND), and Vikash Kumar (JSJD), among others. The constituency’s voter base is significant, with 260,314 registered voters in 2025, comprising 139,881 males and 120,432 females.

Demographic trends show a gradual increase in registered voters. In 2020, there were 265,949 registered voters, while in 2010, the number stood at 198,429. The gender ratio reflects an ongoing challenge, with 861 female voters for every 1,000 male voters in 2025, indicative of the need for greater female electoral participation.

As the counting of votes continues, the results from Belsand are likely to have significant implications for the overall political landscape in Bihar. The final outcome will be confirmed on November 14, 2025, as the state awaits the declaration of its newly elected representatives.