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Bihar Council Elections Held Today; Patna Graduates Seat Under Spotlight Amid JD(U) Internal Strife
✍️ The Hindu
🗓 23 Oct 2026, 02:39 AM
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Bihar's council elections took place today with the Patna Graduates seat drawing particular attention as the Janata Dal (United) faces internal divisions.
On Thursday, Bihar held its council elections, with voters in the Patna Graduates constituency turning out in large numbers.
The seat, which represents graduates of the city, has become a focal point of the contest.
JD(U) is grappling with an internal dispute over who should stand as its candidate, a division that has drawn media attention.
The outcome of this seat could influence the balance of power in the newly elected council, making it a high‑stakes battle.
Results are expected to be announced later today, with observers keen to see whether the party’s internal conflict will affect its performance.
The seat, which represents graduates of the city, has become a focal point of the contest.
JD(U) is grappling with an internal dispute over who should stand as its candidate, a division that has drawn media attention.
The outcome of this seat could influence the balance of power in the newly elected council, making it a high‑stakes battle.
Results are expected to be announced later today, with observers keen to see whether the party’s internal conflict will affect its performance.