Saralnama50 years ago, in 1972, Dr. Jagannath Mishra began his five-term reign as Jhanjharpur's MLA. This Bihar Assembly seat, surrounded by Kosi-Kamala Balan rivers, was once a Congress stronghold. Since 1995, JD(U) and RJD have won thrice and twice respectively. In 2020, BJP's Nitish Mishra won by 41,788 votes. Jhanjharpur faces annual floods, lacks industries, and sees high migration. Recent developments include a new medical college and Mithila Haat. The area is known for its rich culture, Maithili literature, and festivals like Chhath. Key issues remain: flood management, drought relief, job creation, and the long-standing demand for district status. (Updated 2 Sep 2025, 17:08 IST; source: link)
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- 50 years ago, in 1972, Dr
- Jagannath Mishra began his five-term reign as Jhanjharpur's MLA
- This Bihar Assembly seat, surrounded by Kosi-Kamala Balan rivers, was once a Congress stronghold