Mukesh Sahani Named Deputy CM Face in Bihar Election

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Mukesh Sahani, leader of the Vikassheel Insaan Party (VIP), has been named the deputy chief minister candidate by the Mahagathbandhan alliance for the Bihar Assembly elections. The 44-year-old represents the Extremely Backward Class (EBC) vote, particularly the Nishad community. EBCs make up 30% of Bihar's voters, with Nishads comprising 9.6%. Sahani, a former set designer in Bollywood, entered politics in 2015. His party won 4 seats in the 2020 Assembly polls but later lost all MLAs. The Mahagathbandhan hopes Sahani will help expand their social base among EBCs. Sahani expects a 'respectable' number of seats and the freedom to field VIP candidates. To vote for Sahani's party, look for the VIP symbol on the ballot. (Updated 24 Oct 2025, 11:37 IST; source: link)

Key Points

• Mukesh Sahani, leader of the Vikassheel Insaan Party (VIP), has been named the deputy chief minister candidate by the Mahagathbandhan alliance for the Bihar Assembly elections
• The 44-year-old represents the Extremely Backward Class (EBC) vote, particularly the Nishad community
• EBCs make up 30% of Bihar's voters, with Nishads comprising 9.6%