By-election is to be held on Bankipur assembly seat of Patna. Even though the dates have not been announced, political parties have started announcing their candidates. Janashakti Janata Dal (JJD) national president Tej Pratap Yadav on Tuesday (June 30, 2026) (Tej Pratap Yadav) Announced the name of its probable candidate.

This information has been given from the X handle of Tej Pratap Yadav. Tej Pratap Yadav on Tuesday gave party membership to Veena Manvi. Along with this, he was also given a big responsibility.

It was written from Tej Pratap’s

Hearty welcome and best wishes to Janashakti Janata Dal family

Today, under the auspices of the Committee of System and Samriddh Mahila Vikas Manch, respected Mrs. Veena Manvi ji decided to become a part of the party family by taking membership of Janashakti Janata Dal.

On this occasion, the party leadership… pic.twitter.com/971ev8VcJV

— Tej Pratap Yadav (@TejYadav14) June 30, 2026

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‘We are confident that…’

It was further written, “Also, on behalf of Janashakti Janata Dal, it has been decided to provide her organizational responsibility as a potential candidate from the upcoming Bankipur Assembly (Patna) and to represent the party in the assembly elections. We have full confidence that Veena Manvi ji with her dedication, spirit of service and commitment towards public interest will play an important role in taking the organization to new heights by becoming the voice of the people of the area. Janashakti Janata Dal wishes her all the best for her bright political life and successful public service.”

Bankipur is BJP seat

Let us tell you that BJP National President Nitin Naveen had won the 2025 assembly elections from Bankipur. Now that he has become a Rajya Sabha MP, the Bankipur seat has become vacant. By-election is to be held on this seat. This seat belongs to BJP. In such a situation, it remains to be seen who wins the by-election. Jan Suraj leader Prashant Kishore is also making a strong bid for this seat. The picture of who will be the candidate from Jan Suraj is not clear. There is discussion that Prashant Kishor can also enter the field.

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