Deepak Prakash, the Panchayati Raj Minister in Bihar, affirmed that the upcoming Panchayat elections in the state will proceed as planned without any alterations to the delimitation process. He clarified that the elections for Pramukh and Up-Pramukh positions will adhere to the existing protocol, similar to past elections. Additionally, a new reservation roster will be introduced for the 2026 Panchayat polls to ensure equitable representation across society.
During a visit to Gaya district, Minister Deepak Prakash inspected a contentious construction site of a Panchayat Sarkar Bhawan in Barsauna village under the Tankuppa block’s jurisdiction. He reviewed land-related specifics with officials and instructed them to resume and expedite construction activities, which had been delayed due to local protests.
Addressing the media at the Circuit House in Gaya, Deepak Prakash discussed the political landscape, emphasizing that clarity on Bihar’s next Chief Minister will emerge in due course. He affirmed that leadership in the state will continue under Nitish Kumar, attributing Bihar’s progress over the past two decades to his governance.
In response to queries regarding Nitish Kumar’s absence from Eid celebrations at Patna’s Gandhi Maidan, the minister explained that the Chief Minister was engaged in official duties. He also mentioned that Nishant Kumar’s presence at the event should not be construed as a political statement.
Touching briefly on national politics, Minister Deepak Prakash acknowledged the recurring election-related violence in West Bengal and suggested that voters in the state might seek change in the future. Overall, the government’s announcement reflects a firm commitment to conducting Panchayat elections as scheduled while implementing reforms in the reservation system to enhance inclusivity in grassroots governance.
