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FIR Filed Against Jan Suraj Candidate Afaq Ahmed Ahead of Sarang Teacher Election
✍️ Amar Ujala · Bihar
🗓 23 Oct 2026, 11:31 AM
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An FIR was lodged against Jan Suraj Party's Afaq Ahmed for violating the code of conduct just before voting in the Sarang teacher constituency of Bihar's Legislative Council.
The Sarang teacher constituency in Bihar’s Legislative Council is set to vote tomorrow, but the election has been marred by a fresh legal development. Police have registered an FIR against Afaq Ahmed, the Jan Suraj Party candidate, alleging that he breached the election code of conduct.
The complaint, filed by the local election office, claims that Ahmed engaged in activities that contravene the guidelines meant to ensure a fair and peaceful voting process. The FIR was lodged just hours before the polls open, raising questions about the timing and intent of the complaint.
Political observers note that the filing could impact Ahmed’s campaign, as the candidate’s party has already expressed concerns over the sudden legal action. However, the Jan Suraj Party has not yet released an official statement regarding the allegations.
The incident underscores the heightened scrutiny surrounding electoral conduct in Bihar, where several candidates have faced similar accusations in recent months. Election officials have reiterated that all candidates must adhere strictly to the code of conduct to maintain the integrity of the voting process.
The complaint, filed by the local election office, claims that Ahmed engaged in activities that contravene the guidelines meant to ensure a fair and peaceful voting process. The FIR was lodged just hours before the polls open, raising questions about the timing and intent of the complaint.
Political observers note that the filing could impact Ahmed’s campaign, as the candidate’s party has already expressed concerns over the sudden legal action. However, the Jan Suraj Party has not yet released an official statement regarding the allegations.
The incident underscores the heightened scrutiny surrounding electoral conduct in Bihar, where several candidates have faced similar accusations in recent months. Election officials have reiterated that all candidates must adhere strictly to the code of conduct to maintain the integrity of the voting process.