Overview
- Election officials invalidated the nominations of Malti Tudu, Dukhiram Mandi of Aapki Vikas Party, and Mangal Murmu of Rashtriya Sanatan Party, leaving 14 candidates in contention.
- The final slate includes BJP nominee Babulal Soren, JMM’s Somesh Chandra Soren, and JLKM candidate Ramdas Murmu alongside numerous independents and smaller parties.
- Polling is scheduled for November 11 with counting on November 14, and the by-election will be conducted alongside the Bihar Assembly polls.
- Candidates may withdraw their nominations until October 24 under the election timetable.
- Authorities issued a model code show-cause notice to JLKM candidate Ramdas Murmu over alleged violations linked to rally safety norms.