Patna, October 6: Popular folk and devotional singer Maithili Thakur has responded to speculation that she may contest in the upcoming Bihar Assembly Election 2025.
While she has not confirmed her entry into politics, Maithili hinted at her emotional connection with her native constituency in Darbhanga, saying she would “like to stand from her village” if she ever contests.
Maithili Thakur Meets BJP Leaders, Fuels Speculation
The rumours gained traction after Maithili Thakur met senior BJP leaders, including BJP election in-charge Vinod Tawde and Union Minister Nityanand Rai.
Photos from the meeting went viral on social media, leading to widespread speculation that she may contest the Bihar Assembly Election on a BJP ticket.
Vinod Tawde shared the photos on X (formerly Twitter) and said that Maithili, whose family left Bihar in 1995 during Lalu Prasad Yadav’s tenure, was eager to return after seeing the state’s recent progress.
“I recently visited Bihar and had the opportunity to meet Nityanand Rai and Vinod Tawde. We had a discussion about Bihar’s future. No official announcement has been made at this time. But let’s see what happens. I would like to stand from my village constituency because I have an attachment to it,” Maithili told reporters on Monday.
From Folk Icon to Political Face?
Maithili Thakur’s remarks have sparked interest in political circles, especially amid reports that several cultural and social figures may enter politics ahead of the Bihar Assembly polls.
When asked about her political preference, she remained non-committal:
“I don’t want to comment on this right now… I am standing strong to contribute whatever possible towards the country’s development.”
While there is no formal confirmation about her political debut, Maithili’s statements have fueled discussions about her potential role in Bihar’s politics — particularly in Darbhanga and Mithilanchal regions, where she enjoys immense popularity.
Who Is Maithili Thakur?
Maithili Thakur, a native of Benipatti in Madhubani district, is a renowned Indian classical and folk singer. She was named the ‘State Icon’ of Bihar by the Election Commission of India for promoting cultural awareness and voter participation.
She received the Ustad Bismillah Khan Yuva Puraskar from the Sangeet Natak Akademi in 2021 for her contribution to preserving Bihar’s folk traditions.
Alongside her two brothers, Maithili learned Hindustani classical and folk music, as well as harmonium and tabla, under the guidance of her father and grandfather. Her digital performances and renditions of Maithili folk songs have millions of followers across India.
Bihar Election Dates Announced
The Bihar Assembly Election 2025 dates were officially announced on Monday.
The state’s 243 Assembly seats will go to polls in two phases — November 6 and November 11, with counting on November 14.
The BJP-led NDA and the RJD-led Mahagathbandhan are set for a major showdown, making this one of the most closely watched elections of the year.
