What Bihar Wants: Decoding The Pulse Of Kishanganj
Kishanganj - a key constituency in Bihar's Seemanchal region - as it heads to polls on November 11 in Phase 2 of the Bihar elections. With over 68% Muslim voters, Kishanganj is often seen through the lens of identity politics, but the ground reality reveals far deeper challenges. From chronic underdevelopment and annual floods to inadequate healthcare, poor infrastructure, rising drug abuse, and concerns over infiltration - the district ranks as Bihar's poorest according to the Multi-Dimensional Poverty Index. In this ground report, we speak to the people of Kishanganj to understand their real priorities, frustrations, and expectations as they prepare to vote.
