Dismissed Teachers' Union Leader Wins Tirhut Graduates By-Election

Banshi Dhar Brijwasi, a former teachers' union leader dismissed by the Bihar government, won the Tirhut Graduates constituency in the state legislative council by-election. Standing as an Independent, Brijwasi triumphed over JD(U) candidate Abhishek Jha amid a multi-cornered contest featuring 18 candidates.

Banshi Dhar Brijwasi, a dismissed teachers' union leader, emerged victorious in the Tirhut Graduates by-election. The former leader was sacked by the Bihar government earlier this year.

He contested as an Independent, overcoming his main rival, JD(U) candidate Abhishek Jha. His win underscores a significant political shift in the region.

The by-election was triggered by the resignation of Devesh Chandra Thakur, now the MP of Sitamarhi. The race featured 18 contestants, with Prashant Kishor's Jan Suraaj Party's Vinayak Gautam coming second.