Lauriya constituency in Bihar’s Paschim Champaran gears up for a spirited electoral battle in 2025, featuring BJP’s Vinay Bihari, VIP’s RK Pratap Singh, and Jan Suraaj’s Sunil Kumar. BJP has dominated this seat in recent polls, with Bihari securing victories in both 2020 and 2015. File photo NEW DELHI: BJP’s Vinay Bihari has moved ahead in the initial trends, with VIP’s RK Pratap Singh and Jan Suraaj’s Sunil Kumar trailing behind him. The seat, part of the Valmiki Nagar parliamentary constituency and a General category assembly segment, has historically been shaped by fierce BJP–RJD contests. In the 2020 Assembly elections, Vinay Bihari of BJP won with 77,927 votes, defeating RJD’s Shambhu Tiwari, who secured 48,923 votes, by a margin of 29,004 votes. In 2015, Bihari also retained the seat, polling 57,351 votes against RJD’s Ran Kaushal Pratap Singh, who got 39,778 votes, winning by 17,573 votes. The constituency has largely remained under BJP control in recent elections.Key candidates: CandidatesParty VotesVinay BihariBJPRK Pratap Singh VIP Sunil Kumar Jan Suraaj According to People’s Insight, the NDA is projected to win between 133 and 148 seats, while the Mahagathbandhan could secure 87–102 seats and other parties are expected to claim 3–6 seats.The Election Commission reported a 68.52 per cent turnout in the second phase of polling across 122 constituencies as of 5 pm on Tuesday.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosDelhi Blast: Security Forces Demolish House of Red Fort Bombing Accused Umar Nabi in Pulwama‘Not An Apologist For BJP’: Shashi Tharoor On Row Over Backing Modi Govt During Op SindoorPune Road Accident: At Least 6 Dead, Several Injured After Truck Rams Multiple Vehicles’Message to world’: Amit Shah vows strictest punishment for Delhi Terror Attack culpritsAfghanistan FM Muttaqi Slams Pakistan’s ‘Illogical’ Demands After Talks Collapse In TurkeyMultiple IEDs, 32 Vehicles: Agencies Uncover Plan For Serial Car Explosions In Delhi Blast Probe30,000 Troops, 25 Warships, Fighter Jets: India Concludes Tri-Service Drill Trishul | Op Sindoor 2.0Muhammad Yunus Sets February 2026 Election Date For Bangladesh Along With Referendum On July CharterProject Cheetah Boost: President Murmu, Duma Boko Attend Handover in GaboroneDramatic Drone Chase Catches Attacker Who Fled Amravati Wedding After Stabbing Groom With Knife123PhotostoriesDiabetes: The first signs your eyes might be warning you about diabetes10 Myths about parenting and raising kids’ parents need to stop believing right nowHappy Children’s Day 2025: Healthy habits every child should be taught earlyWhat happens to your body when you sleep less than six hours a night?Rudraksh You Should Wear According To Your Birth DateFrom box office disasters to cult legends: The forgotten Bollywood films that rose againWorld Diabetes Day 2025: 7 foods to help reverse type 2 diabetes5 best jewellery metals that are safe for sensitive skinDesk jobs and diabetes: The hidden health cost of the corporate lifestyleGestational diabetes: What every expecting mother should know123Hot PicksBihar Election CandidatesBihar Election ConstituenciesBihar Election 2025Gold rate todaySilver rate todayPublic Holidays NovemberBank Holidays NovemberTop TrendingBihar Election CandidatesAndy ReidGabrielle UnionAyesha CurryAja WilsonNico HarrisonKayla NicoleLamar JacksonNHL Trade RumorsDavid Kampf
NEW DELHI: BJP’s Vinay Bihari has moved ahead in the initial trends, with VIP’s RK Pratap Singh and Jan Suraaj’s Sunil Kumar trailing behind him. The seat, part of the Valmiki Nagar parliamentary constituency and a General category assembly segment, has historically been shaped by fierce BJP–RJD contests. In the 2020 Assembly elections, Vinay Bihari of BJP won with 77,927 votes, defeating RJD’s Shambhu Tiwari, who secured 48,923 votes, by a margin of 29,004 votes. In 2015, Bihari also retained the seat, polling 57,351 votes against RJD’s Ran Kaushal Pratap Singh, who got 39,778 votes, winning by 17,573 votes. The constituency has largely remained under BJP control in recent elections.Key candidates:
| Candidates | Party | Votes |
| Vinay Bihari | BJP | |
| RK Pratap Singh | VIP | |
| Sunil Kumar | Jan Suraaj |
According to People’s Insight, the NDA is projected to win between 133 and 148 seats, while the Mahagathbandhan could secure 87–102 seats and other parties are expected to claim 3–6 seats.The Election Commission reported a 68.52 per cent turnout in the second phase of polling across 122 constituencies as of 5 pm on Tuesday.