Overview
- Satish Kumar Singh Yadav of the BSP defeated BJP candidate Ashok Kumar Singh by 72,689 to 72,659, including 307 postal votes.
- Supporters of both parties surged toward the Mohania Market Committee counting hall during the final rounds as the margin narrowed.
- Police said three central personnel were injured and an official vehicle was torched during the disturbance.
- Security forces used baton charges and teargas, reinforced the site, and secured the gate so counting could proceed to completion.
- Supporters voiced allegations of manipulation and protested delays in announcing updates, but officials have not confirmed any irregularities.