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JSP Leader Accuses Patna SSP of Hindering Bankipur Bye‑Election Polls
✍️ The Hindu
🗓 01 Aug 2026, 08:38 PM
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JSP chief Prashant Kishor has alleged that the Patna SSP interfered with polling in the Bankipur by‑election, filing a petition with the Bihar Chief Electoral Officer. The CEO has promised a probe and said action will be taken.
The Bankipur constituency in Patna is set to hold a by‑election after the resignation of its sitting MLA. The election, which is expected to draw significant attention from political parties, has become the focus of controversy.
JSP chief Prashant Kishor has accused the Patna Superintendent of Police (SSP) of attempting to hamper the polling process in Bankipur. According to Kishor, the SSP’s actions were aimed at influencing the outcome of the vote.
In response, Kishor filed a formal petition with the Bihar Chief Electoral Officer (CEO). The CEO has acknowledged the complaint and stated that a probe will be launched and appropriate action will be taken against any misconduct.
Kishor plans to hold a press conference on August 2 to present evidence supporting his allegations and to bring the issue into the public domain.
JSP chief Prashant Kishor has accused the Patna Superintendent of Police (SSP) of attempting to hamper the polling process in Bankipur. According to Kishor, the SSP’s actions were aimed at influencing the outcome of the vote.
In response, Kishor filed a formal petition with the Bihar Chief Electoral Officer (CEO). The CEO has acknowledged the complaint and stated that a probe will be launched and appropriate action will be taken against any misconduct.
Kishor plans to hold a press conference on August 2 to present evidence supporting his allegations and to bring the issue into the public domain.