High Turnout in Bihar's Bhojpur-Buxar By-Election

A significant 97.96% voter turnout was recorded in the Bhojpur-cum-Buxar Local Authorities Constituency by-election in Bihar. The seat was vacated due to Radha Charan Sah's resignation. Several candidates, including those from JD(U) and RJD, are contesting. Votes will be counted on May 14, marking a peaceful election process.

Devdiscourse News Desk | Patna | Updated: 12-05-2026 21:17 IST | Created: 12-05-2026 21:17 IST

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An impressive voter turnout of 97.96% was recorded in the recent by-election held for the Bhojpur-cum-Buxar Local Authorities Constituency of the Bihar legislative council, officials reported.

This high turnout comes as voters filled a vacancy left by Radha Charan Sah, who resigned after winning the Sandesh constituency seat in the 2025 assembly elections. Voting commenced at 8 am and concluded by 4 pm with observers reporting a smooth, incident-free process.

The election sees several contenders, including Kanhaiya Prasad from JD(U) and Sonu Kumar Rai from RJD, with vote counting scheduled to begin at 8 am on May 14 at the Government Girls' Plus Two High School in Ara.

(With inputs from agencies.)