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Bihar Bypoll Sees Low Turnout Amidst Political Speculation
By-elections were held on Thursday in Bihar's Bankipur constituency, along with seats in Madhya Pradesh and Gujarat. Voter turnout in Bankipur was reported at 34%, significantly lower than in previous elections. This reduced turnout has heightened political tension, with various parties analyzing its implications for their prospects. Prashant Kishor, a key figure in Bankipur, raised questions about police conduct during the polling. Accusations of a "silent understanding" and secret support between RJD-Congress and Prashant Kishor's Jan Suraj party have also surfaced.
How outlets across the spectrum covered it
Left 0 · Centre 7 · Right 3 n = 10
- Centre (7): Amar Ujala, Hindustan (Hindi), Navbharat Times, Prabhat Khabar, The Free Press Journal, The Lallantop, The New Indian Express
- Right (3): Aaj Tak, Dainik Jagran, The Pioneer