In the Bihar Elections Sahibpur Kamal, caste equations are once again shaping the contest. The constituency, known for its strong Yadav, Muslim, and Kurmi populations, has remained a Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) bastion for decades. The late Shrinayaran Yadav’s family has held influence here, and his son Sattanand Sambuddha (Lalan Yadav) currently represents the seat. In the 2020 elections, he defeated the NDA-backed JDU candidate Amar Kumar Singh by nearly 14,000 votes.
This year, the NDA is pushing hard to reclaim the seat. LJP candidate Surendra Kumar (Surendra Vivek) has entered the fray, supported by the NDA. Meanwhile, Amar Kumar Singh is contesting as an independent, making the battle triangular. Analysts believe the result will depend on “silent votes” from Extremely Backward Castes, who may decide the winner.
Historically, Congress, Janata Dal, and RJD have alternated control of the seat. RJD has won five times, maintaining a strong Yadav base. The NDA hopes to consolidate Kurmi and EBC support to challenge the RJD’s hold. With a close caste balance and shifting alliances, Sahibpur Kamal remains one of the most closely watched constituencies in Bihar Elections Sahibpur Kamal.
