From former Deputy CM-former Minister to shooter, 136 women candidates in the 2nd phase of Bihar elections

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136 women candidates are in the fray in the second phase of Bihar elections 2025. Many prominent leaders like Renu Devi, Lacey Singh and Shreyasi Singh are involved in the voting to be held on November 11. Parties are trying to woo women voters with the help of women leadership.

Patna: The strong presence of women candidates in the second phase of Bihar Assembly elections 2025 has made the electoral contest more interesting. A total of 136 women are in the fray in the elections to be held on November 11. According to the Election Commission, there are a total of 1,302 candidates in this phase, which include 1,165 men, 136 women and 1 third gender candidate.

Important presence of women leadership in the second phase of battle

This time political parties have fielded women candidates in decisive roles. Especially on those seats where the number of women voters and political activism is high. The efforts of the parties are to create a strong hold among the women voters with the help of women leadership.

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  1. Renu Devi (BJP), former Deputy Chief Minister of Bettiah state and senior BJP leader Renu Devi is among the most high-profile women candidates in this phase. The party’s organizational hold and its image related to women empowerment give it a special identity.
  2. Lacey Singh (JDU), Dhamdaha Senior JDU leader and former minister Lacey Singh holds a key role in the core leadership of the party. Her candidature is seen as giving a strong base to the NDA’s rural development and women-oriented policies.
  3. Deepa Manjhi (Hum), Imamganj (SC) Deepa Manjhi, daughter-in-law of former Chief Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi, is in the news due to her influential presence in the Mahadalit community. Her role is being considered important in furthering Dalit and women representation.
  4. Ritu Jaiswal (Independent), Parihar Former RJD leader and popular leader Ritu Jaiswal is known for her development work and social concerns. His contest on Parihar seat is being considered challenging for many parties.
  5. Shreyasi Singh (BJP), Jamui International shooter and first-time MLA elected in 2020, Shreyasi Singh carries the image of youth and new politics. His profile is strong, both in terms of sporting achievements and political legacy.
  6. Gayatri Devi (BJP), Parihar Outgoing MLA Gayatri Devi is trying to save her seat this time. His local hold and organizational network make him strong in the race.

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