The Mahua assembly seat in Bihar is set to witness a high-stakes battle in the upcoming state polls, with Tej Pratap Yadav, the elder son of RJD supremo Lalu Prasad Yadav, throwing his hat into the ring. The RJD has announced Tej Pratap as its candidate from the Mahua seat, which has been a stronghold of the party. Tej Pratap, who is currently an MLA from the Mahua seat, is seeking re-election from the same constituency. The Mahua seat is considered a safe bet for the RJD, with the party having won it in the past several elections. However, the upcoming polls are expected to be a tough contest, with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Janata Dal (United) (JDU) also fielding strong candidates. The RJD is banking on Tej Pratap’s popularity and the party’s traditional vote bank in the Mahua seat to retain the constituency. Tej Pratap has been actively campaigning in the area, meeting with local residents and party workers to garner support. The RJD has also launched a series of rallies and public meetings in the Mahua seat, with top party leaders, including Lalu Prasad Yadav and Tejashwi Yadav, addressing the gatherings. The party is highlighting its achievements in the state, including the implementation of various welfare schemes and infrastructure development projects. The BJP and the JDU, on the other hand, are trying to corner the RJD on issues such as corruption and law and order. The opposition parties are also trying to exploit the perceived rift within the RJD, with some party leaders reportedly unhappy with Tej Pratap’s candidature. Despite the challenges, Tej Pratap remains confident of winning the Mahua seat, citing his development work in the area and his connection with the local people. The RJD has also announced a series of poll promises, including the provision of free electricity and water to all households, and the creation of new job opportunities for the youth. The party is also highlighting its commitment to social justice and equality, with a focus on empowering marginalized communities. The Mahua seat is one of the 243 assembly constituencies in Bihar, and is located in the Vaishali district. The seat has a significant population of Yadavs, who are traditionally loyal to the RJD. The constituency also has a sizeable population of Muslims, who are expected to play a crucial role in the polls. The RJD is trying to consolidate its vote bank in the Mahua seat, with Tej Pratap meeting with local leaders and workers to ensure a united campaign. The party is also using social media to reach out to voters, with Tej Pratap and other RJD leaders actively engaging with the public on platforms such as Twitter and Facebook. The Bihar polls are scheduled to take place in October-November, with the results expected to be announced in November. The polls are being seen as a crucial test for the RJD, which is seeking to regain power in the state after a gap of several years. The party is facing a tough challenge from the BJP and the JDU, which are seeking to retain their hold on the state. The Mahua seat is just one of the many constituencies that will be contested in the polls, but it is being seen as a high-stakes battle that could have a significant impact on the outcome of the elections.