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Bankipur and Datia set for high-profile bypoll contests

The Election Commission has announced bypolls for assembly seats in Bihar, Madhya Pradesh, and Gujarat, with nominations closing July 15 and polling on July 30. The Bankipur seat in Bihar is a key contest, potentially seeing electoral debut of Prashant Kishor against the BJP. In Madhya Pradesh, the Datia seat is up for grabs after a Congress MLA's conviction, with both parties aiming to secure it.

4 Jul 2026 11:28 pm