The Chhapra Assembly constituency in Bihar, part of the politically crucial Saran district, is witnessing a neck-and-neck battle between RJD’s Khesari Lal Yadav and BJP’s Chhoti Kumari as vote counting for the 2025 state elections began at 8 a.m. today. Early trends initially showed BJP’s Chhoti Kumari leading with 3,301 votes, while RJD’s Khesari trailed at 2,327. Final results are expected later in the day, with the outcome closely watched across the region.
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Khesari Lal Yadav Election Result Highlights: BJP’s Chhoti Kumari defeats RJD's Khesari by a margin of 7600 votes
The Chhapra Assembly constituency in Bihar, part of the politically crucial Saran district, is witnessing a neck-and-neck battle between RJD’s Khesari Lal Yadav and BJP’s Chhoti Kumari as vote counting for the 2025 state elections began at 8 a.m. today. Early trends initially showed BJP’s Chhoti Kumari leading with 3,301 votes, while RJD’s Khesari trailed at 2,327. Final results are expected later in the day, with the outcome closely watched across the region.
RJD’s Khesari Lal Yadav, the Bhojpuri film star making his electoral debut, has added fresh energy to the contest in a seat long dominated by the BJP. The constituency recorded a 58.61% voter turnout during polling on 6 November 2025.
The BJP is aiming to retain control with Chhoti Kumari, following two consecutive victories by Dr. C. N. Gupta in 2015 and 2020. Other contenders include Jai Prakash Singh of the Jan Suraaj Party, a retired IPS officer, along with independents Rakhi Gupta, Padma Mishra, and Md Sultan Hussen Idrishi.
Counting of votes is underway, with early trends highlighting a closely contested race and intense competition between the front-runners. In Round 2 of Chhapra counting, BJP’s Chhoti Kumari maintained her lead over RJD’s Shatrughan Yadav, securing 1,627 votes. In Round 4, Chhoti Kumari extends her lead to 3,085 votes, with both candidates exchanging leads as more booth-level results are reported.
Chhapra’s electorate, shaped by Rajput, Yadav, and Vaishya communities, often produces tightly fought contests. Security has been heightened at all counting centres to ensure a smooth and transparent process, with final results anticipated by evening.
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Chhapra 2025 Election Results: Voter Demographics
| Category | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 81.45% |
| Muslim | 18.11% |
| Urban Voters | 62.59% |
| Rural Voters | 37.41% |
| SC Population | 11.14% |
A mixed electorate keeps every party on its toes.
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| Status | Votes | Candidate | Party | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leading | 3301 | Chhoti Kumari | Bharatiya Janata Party | +974 |
| Trailing | 158 | Jai Prakash Singh | Jan Suraaj Party | -3143 |
| Trailing | 28 | Padma Mishra | Independent | -3273 |
| Trailing | 9 | Gyani Kumar Sharma | Bharatiya Ekta Dal | -3292 |
| Trailing | 2327 | Shatrughan Yadav | Rashtriya Janata Dal | -974 |
| Trailing | 70 | Rana Yashwant Pratap Singh | Independent | -3231 |
| Trailing | 19 | Md Sultan Hussen Idrishi | Independent | -3282 |
| Trailing | 151 | NOTA | None of the Above | -3150 |
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Key Independent Candidates
| Candidate | Occupation | Assets |
|---|---|---|
| Rakhi Gupta | Businesswoman | ₹12.6 Cr |
| Padma Mishra | Educator | ₹68.9 L |
| Rana Yashwant Pratap Singh | Journalist | ₹35.2 L |
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Wealthiest Candidates
| Candidate | Party | Total Assets |
|---|---|---|
| Khesari Lal Yadav | RJD | ₹32.2 Crore |
| Rakhi Gupta | IND | ₹12.6 Crore |
| Jai Prakash Singh | JSP | ₹10.2 Crore |
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| Year | % Turnout |
|---|---|
| 2020 | 50.99% |
| 2025 | 58.61% |
An 8% rise shows stronger public engagement this year.
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| Year | Winner | Party | Runner-up | Party | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Dr. C. N. Gupta | BJP | Randhir Kumar Singh | RJD | 6,771 |
| 2015 | Dr. C. N. Gupta | BJP | Randhir Kumar Singh | RJD | 11,379 |
| 2010 | Janardan Singh Sigriwal | BJP | Pramendra Ranjan Singh | RJD | 35,871 |
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| Party | Candidate Name | Education | Assets | Cases |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RJD | Khesari Lal Yadav | 10th Pass | ₹32.2 Cr | 1 |
| BJP | Chhoti Kumari | 12th Pass | ₹1.4 Cr | - |
| JSP | Jai Prakash Singh | Post Graduate | ₹10.2 Cr | - |
| IND | Rakhi Gupta | Post Graduate | ₹12.6 Cr | 1 |
| ASP (K) | Shak Naushad | Graduate | ₹23.7 L | - |
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Hello and welcome to our live blog on the Chhapra Assembly Election Results 2025. Stay tuned as we bring you real-time updates, candidate details, and key developments from this high-stakes Bihar constituency where political fortunes could take a dramatic turn today.
Our election control room receives direct booth-level data, ensuring fast, accurate, and transparent numbers throughout the day. We have the best panel of contemporary and relevant political experts, supported by a live studio setup outside the Bihar Assembly to capture the most authentic voices in real time.
With a network of over 300 reporters and stringers across Bihar, along with our state and national bureaus, we’re on the ground in every corner of the state—bringing you unmatched coverage as the results unfold.
