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Counting Begins for Bihar, Gujarat, and MP Bypolls; Prashant Kishor Faces First Electoral Test
Public Lokpal
August 03, 2026
Counting Begins for Bihar, Gujarat, and MP Bypolls; Prashant Kishor Faces First Electoral Test
Vote counting for crucial assembly by-elections across Bihar, Gujarat, and Madhya Pradesh is officially underway, drawing widespread national attention.
The primary spotlight is on Bihar’s high-profile Bankipur seat. This contest marks the maiden electoral battle for the Jan Suraaj Party and its founder, former political strategist Prashant Kishor, who is attempting to break the BJP's long-standing stronghold in the constituency.
The run-up to counting saw high political drama, with Kishor aggressively accusing local police and the ruling dispensation of detaining his party workers to influence the vote.
Meanwhile, parallel bypolls in Gujarat and Madhya Pradesh are being closely monitored as key indicators of regional voter sentiment and a test of strength between the ruling NDA and opposition forces.
Results from these constituencies are expected to roll out later today.
