Nawada Lok Sabha Constituency

1. Location & Overview:

Nawada is a Lok Sabha constituency in southern Bihar, known for its agriculture-based economy, dairy farming, and small industries. The region has seen frequent caste-based political battles, with Bhumihars, Yadavs, Kurmis, and Dalits (SC/ST) being the major voter groups.

2. Constituency Details:

• State: Bihar
• Districts Covered: Nawada, parts of Nalanda
• Lok Sabha Constituency Number: 39
• Reservation Status: General (No Reservation)

3. Assembly Segments (Vidhan Sabha Seats):

Nawada Lok Sabha constituency consists of six assembly constituencies:

1. Rajauli (SC)
2. Hisua
3. Nawada
4. Gobindpur
5. Warsaliganj
6. Sikandra (SC)

4. Political Significance:

• Bhumihars, Yadavs, Kurmis, Muslims, and Dalits (SC/ST) are key voter groups.
• BJP, RJD, and JD(U) have been the dominant parties.
• Major election issues include employment, crime control, infrastructure development, and caste-based politics.

5. Current MP (2024 Elections):

• MP: Vivek Thakur
• Party: Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)
• Election Year: 2024

6. Previous Election Results:

• 2019: Chandan Singh (LJP) won, defeating Vibha Devi (RJD).
• 2014: Giriraj Singh (BJP) won.
• 2009: Bhola Singh (BJP) won.