1. Location & Overview:
Supaul Lok Sabha constituency is located in northern Bihar, near the Nepal border. It is part of the Kosi region, which frequently suffers from floods due to the Kosi River. The economy is mainly agriculture-based, with a focus on paddy, maize, and wheat cultivation.
2. Constituency Details:
- State: Bihar
- District: Supaul
- Lok Sabha Constituency Number: 8
- Reservation Status: General (No Reservation)
3. Assembly Segments (Vidhan Sabha Seats):
Supaul Lok Sabha constituency consists of six assembly constituencies:
- Nirmali
- Pipra
- Supaul
- Triveniganj (SC)
- Chhatapur
4. Political Significance:
- Flood control, rural development, and infrastructure are major issues in the region.
- Caste-based politics is significant, with Yadavs, Rajputs, Muslims, and Dalits as key voter groups.
- The seat has witnessed a tough contest between JD(U), RJD, and Congress over the years.
5. Current MP (2024 Elections):
- MP: Dileshwar Kamait
- Party: Janata Dal (United) [JD(U)]
- Election Year: 2024
6. Previous Election Results:
- 2019: Dileshwar Kamait (JD(U)) won, defeating Ranjeet Ranjan (Congress).
- 2014: Ranjeet Ranjan (Congress) won.
- 2009: Vishwa Mohan Kumar (JD(U)) won.
