NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Friday refused to entertain a petition filed by Prashant Kishor’s Jan Suraaj Party challenging the 2025 Bihar assembly elections. A bench comprising CJI Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi declined to issue any direction on the request to annul the election results and order fresh polls. “How many votes did your political party get? People reject you and then you use judicial platform to get popularity,” the CJI observed, as reported by PTI. ‘I Did Not Say…’: Prashant Kishor Takes U-Turn On Vow To Quit Politics If JDU Wins Bihar Polls “We cannot issue an omnibus direction for the entire state that too at the instance of a political party,” the CJI added.The Jan Suraaj Party (JSP) had moved the apex court seeking fresh elections after alleging that the Bihar government violated the Model Code of Conduct (MCC) by transferring Rs 10,000 to women beneficiaries under the Mukhyamantri Mahila Rojgar Yojana after the election schedule was announced. The party claimed the move amounted to a corrupt practice and disturbed the level playing field.The scheme provides an initial financial grant of Rs 10,000 to women to promote self-employment and small businesses. The petition alleged that the debt-ridden state disbursed Rs 15,600 crore on the eve of polls, influencing voters in violation of Article 324 of the Constitution and Section 123 of the Representation of the People Act.However, the bench said it would not entertain a writ petition on the issue and asked the party to approach the Patna High Court, observing that the matter pertained to one state.The BJP-led NDA retained power in the 243-member Assembly, winning 202 seats, while the INDIA bloc secured 35. The Jan Suraaj Party failed to win a single seat, with most of its candidates forfeiting their deposits.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 MediaVideosHAL Clarifies AMCA Status, Says It Will Bid For India’s Fifth-Generation Fighter Jet In 2035 PhaseAfter India Breaks Trump’s Tariff Wall, Bangladesh Moves Fast On A Hidden US Pact Under Interim RuleIndia’s Strategic Autonomy On Test As Russian Oil Imports Fall To Lowest Since Feb 2025 Amid US Push’Casebook Study Of How To Deal With Trump’: Former Envoy On India’s Restraint Amid US Provocations’Sense Of Relief After High Tariffs’: Dhruva Jaishankar On What India US Trade Deal Changes’Is This Mohabbat Ki Dukaan?’: PM Modi Hits Out At Opposition Over ‘Modi Teri Kabr Khudegi’ Slogans’Trump Wanted Unilateral Deal With India’: Former Envoy Unpacks India-US Trade Deal AnnouncementRahul Gandhi Called Ravneet Bittu ‘Traitor’ Because He Is Sikh: PM Modi’s Big Attack’Sit And Protest’: PM Modi Unfazed By Slogans, Takes Dig At Kharge As Opposition Walks Out Of RS’PM Hiding Behind Speaker’: Priyanka Gandhi Slams Om Birla’s Remark On Modi’s Lok Sabha Speech Skip123PhotostoriesTop 10 hardest countries to get citizenship and why it’s nearly impossibleFrom being an ordinary cook to gaining popularity, buying a new house, and more – Farah Khan’s cook Dilip Mukhiya’s fame and lifestyleUp to 40% of India’s colorectal cancer patients are under 40: The profile of the country’s fourth most common cancer is shiftingWhat is a T3 in real estate and why it is important to know about itEpic movies and documentaries based on Dalai Lama’s life teachings: From ‘Kundun’ to ‘Never forget Tibet’Indian skies perfect for stargazing, and why February is the best timeThe 50: From Siwet Tomar flirting with Ridhi Dogra to Nikki Tamboli and Arbaz Patel facing issues in their relationship; Highlights from the episodePowerful baby boy names for those born on fridaySavannah Guthrie’s mother, Nancy Guthrie’s disappearance: Timeline breakdown with key events and critical momentsWhat exactly is vintage glassware and how adding a few of them to your decor can make your home look classy123Hot PicksBudget 2026Gold Silver PricesParliament Budget SessionGCC Unified Visa 2026Income Tax CalculatorPublic holidays February 2026Bank Holidays februaryTop TrendingGCC Unified VisaRamadan 2026Golden State Warriors vs Phoenix Suns InjuryPhiladelphia 76ers vs Los Angeles Lakers injury reportNFL Trade RumorsMyles Garrett GirlfriendSuryakumar YadavGhaziabad Suicide CaseJim BentT20 World Cup
NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Friday refused to entertain a petition filed by Prashant Kishor’s Jan Suraaj Party challenging the 2025 Bihar assembly elections. A bench comprising CJI Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi declined to issue any direction on the request to annul the election results and order fresh polls. “How many votes did your political party get? People reject you and then you use judicial platform to get popularity,” the CJI observed, as reported by PTI.
“We cannot issue an omnibus direction for the entire state that too at the instance of a political party,” the CJI added.The Jan Suraaj Party (JSP) had moved the apex court seeking fresh elections after alleging that the Bihar government violated the Model Code of Conduct (MCC) by transferring Rs 10,000 to women beneficiaries under the Mukhyamantri Mahila Rojgar Yojana after the election schedule was announced. The party claimed the move amounted to a corrupt practice and disturbed the level playing field.The scheme provides an initial financial grant of Rs 10,000 to women to promote self-employment and small businesses. The petition alleged that the debt-ridden state disbursed Rs 15,600 crore on the eve of polls, influencing voters in violation of Article 324 of the Constitution and Section 123 of the Representation of the People Act.However, the bench said it would not entertain a writ petition on the issue and asked the party to approach the Patna High Court, observing that the matter pertained to one state.The BJP-led NDA retained power in the 243-member Assembly, winning 202 seats, while the INDIA bloc secured 35. The Jan Suraaj Party failed to win a single seat, with most of its candidates forfeiting their deposits.
