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BJP’s Nitin Nabin Fails to Secure Successor in Kaimath Seat, Leaving Patna Unrepresented
✍️ Amar Ujala · Bihar
🗓 03 Aug 2026, 05:36 PM
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BJP executive president Nitin Nabin could not secure a successor in the Kaimath constituency, leaving Patna without a representative for a year.
BJP executive president Nitin Nabin was appointed ahead of the West Bengal assembly elections, a move that underscored the party’s intent to strengthen its foothold in key constituencies. The Kaimath seat, located in Patna, has long been a battleground for political influence in Bihar. Nabin’s strategy involved grooming a local successor who could carry forward the party’s agenda in the region. However, despite concerted efforts, the BJP was unable to secure a candidate who could win the seat. As a result, Patna has been left without a representative for an entire year, a development that has raised concerns among party cadres and local voters alike. The setback is likely to prompt a reassessment of candidate selection processes and may influence the BJP’s approach to future elections in the state.