Patna: Bhojpuri superstar Pawan Singh has clarified that he does not wish to contest the upcoming Bihar Assembly elections, according to BJP MP Manoj Tiwari. Speaking to ANI, Tiwari said that Singh’s political ambition is focused on the Lok Sabha, not the state assembly. “Pawan Singh wants to become an MP, and in the future, we will field him from the right constituency,” Tiwari said. His statement confirms that Singh will not be among the candidates in the BJP’s current list of 101 nominees for the Bihar Assembly elections, ending speculation about his participation.
Pawan Singh’s political journey has been eventful over the past year. Tiwari revealed that he had secured a BJP ticket for Singh from the Asansol seat during the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. However, Singh declined the ticket and decided to contest independently from Karakat in Bihar, a move that led to his expulsion from the party. Singh’s independent run in Karakat ended in defeat, but it was a widely discussed political development, highlighting his influence as a Bhojpuri star and his popularity among voters.
Ahead of the Bihar Assembly elections, Singh has returned to the BJP after reconciliation with RLM chief Upendra Kushwaha. The BJP’s efforts to bring him back into the party fold were successful last month, following which there was speculation that Singh might contest on a BJP ticket in the state elections. However, his name was not included in the official candidate list. Party leaders have indicated that Singh’s political role will be significant in the coming years, even if he is not contesting immediately.
While Singh will not stand for the assembly polls, his presence in Bihar’s political and cultural landscape remains important for the BJP. With his strong fan following and influence in Bhojpuri-speaking regions, Singh is expected to strengthen the party’s outreach among voters. Political insiders suggest that the BJP may consider him for a Lok Sabha seat in the near future, ensuring that he continues to play a visible role in the party’s campaigns and strategies. For now, Singh will focus on preparing for parliamentary opportunities while supporting the BJP in the assembly elections.
